Decadent Fruit-Oat Delight Bars
Indulge in these Decadent Fruit-Oat Delight Bars, a delicious twist on traditional oatmeal bars. With a rich, crumbly crust and a flavorful fruit filling, they strike the perfect balance between comfort food and wholesome snacks. These bars can easily be customized with your favorite preserves or homemade fillings, making them a versatile treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a midday boost, a dessert, or even breakfast on the go, these bars are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, they are easy to whip up with just a handful of ingredients—perfect for busy lifestyles!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 cup (Unbleached)
Quick-cooking rolled oats
1 cup (Uncooked)
Brown sugar
2/3 cup (Packed)
Baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (N/A)
Margarine or butter
1/2 cup (Softened)
Fruit preserves or homemade filling
10 ounces (Any flavor of your choice)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, quick-cooking rolled oats, brown sugar, and baking soda. Mix well.
3
Cut in the margarine or butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Set aside 1/2 cup of the flour mixture for later use.
5
Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x9x2 inch baking pan to form a crust.
6
Spread your choice of fruit filling evenly over the crust.
7
Sprinkle the reserved flour mixture over the filling.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
9
Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes.
10
Once cooled, cut into 25 bars and serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Fruit-Oat Delight Bars?
They are a delicious twist on traditional oatmeal bars featuring a rich, crumbly crust and a flavorful fruit filling, balancing comfort food with wholesome snacking.
What is the recommended oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required?
A 9x9x2 inch baking pan is required for these bars.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
No, the instructions specify using an ungreased baking pan.
What kind of oats should I use?
You should use 1 cup of quick-cooking rolled oats, uncooked.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
Yes, you can use either 1/2 cup of margarine or butter, ensuring it is softened.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of unbleached all-purpose flour.
How much fruit filling do I need?
You will need 10 ounces of fruit preserves or homemade filling.
How do I prepare the crust mixture?
Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and baking soda, then cut in the margarine or butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
How much of the flour mixture should be set aside for the topping?
You should set aside 1/2 cup of the flour and oat mixture to sprinkle over the filling later.
How do I form the bottom crust?
Press the remaining flour mixture (after setting aside the 1/2 cup) firmly into the bottom of the baking pan.
What is the baking time for these bars?
The bars should bake for 30-35 minutes.
How do I know when the bars are done?
The bars are finished when the top has turned a golden brown color.
How long should the bars cool before serving?
Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes.
How many bars does this recipe produce?
This recipe yields 25 bars.
Can I use different flavors of preserves?
Yes, you can use any flavor of fruit preserves or even homemade filling of your choice.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The 2/3 cup of brown sugar should be packed.
What is the role of baking soda in this recipe?
A 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda is used as a leavening agent for the crumbly crust.
Are these bars suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they can be enjoyed as a midday boost, a dessert, or even a breakfast on the go.
How would you describe the texture of these bars?
They feature a rich, crumbly texture from the oats and flour combined with a smooth fruit filling.
What category of food do these bars fall into?
They are categorized as oatmeal bars, healthy snacks, desserts, and comfort food.
Can these be made by beginners?
Yes, they are described as 'quick and easy' and perfect for busy lifestyles.
Is the fruit filling added before or after baking?
The fruit filling is spread over the crust and then topped with more flour mixture before being baked.
Can I use homemade fruit filling?
Yes, the recipe explicitly mentions that homemade fillings are a great option.
Do I need any special equipment?
You will need a mixing bowl, a 9x9 baking pan, and a wire rack for cooling.
How much total oat content is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of quick-cooking rolled oats.
Is the margarine melted or softened?
The margarine or butter should be softened to facilitate cutting it into the dry ingredients.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What is the final step before serving?
Once the bars have cooled for at least 10 minutes, cut them into 25 bars and serve.
Why are these called 'Delight Bars'?
They are named for their indulgent taste and the pleasing contrast between the crumbly oat crust and sweet fruit filling.