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Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars

Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars That Brighten Your Day

Delight in Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a buttery crust and zesty filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 7 tablespoons Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract essential for flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder for lightness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats provides texture
For the Lemon Filling
  • 1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened Condensed Milk creamy base
  • 6 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh and tangy
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest enhances aroma

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add vanilla, flour, baking powder, salt, and oats; mix until crumbly.
  3. Press more than half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the pan to create an even layer.
  4. Bake the crust for about 12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. Whisk the condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust, then sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on top.
  7. Bake for an additional 22 to 25 minutes until edges are golden and center is set.
  8. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh lemons for the best flavor and ensure the bars cool completely before cutting for clean squares. Store in an airtight container.

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