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Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars

Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars: A Zesty, Sweet Delight

Delightful Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars offer a refreshing lemony flavor paired with a buttery oatmeal crust, perfect for any dessert table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 7 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Make sure it's softened for easier mixing.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accurate measuring.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned or Quick Oats Old-fashioned are preferred for a firmer bite; quick oats can be softer.
For the Lemon Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Use full-fat for best results; avoid evaporated or fat-free variants.
  • 6 tablespoons Lemon Juice Juice from about 2 lemons.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use from the same lemons for consistency.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

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 large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add in vanilla extract, flour, baking powder, salt, and oats to form a crumbly texture.
  4. Press slightly more than half of the crumble mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 12 minutes.
  5. In another bowl, whisk the sweetened condensed milk with lemon juice and lemon zest until smooth.
  6. Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust and sprinkle the remaining crumble on top.
  7. Bake again for 22 to 25 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
  8. Allow the bars to cool on a wire rack completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use full-fat sweetened condensed milk and measure flour accurately to maintain texture. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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