Here’s the perfect recipe 👇
💙 Blueberry Oatmeal Crisp Bars
(Makes about 12–16 bars)
Ingredients
🫐 For the Blueberry Filling:
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2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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2 tsp lemon juice
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2 tsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
🌾 For the Oat Crust & Topping:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup old-fashioned oats
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½ cup brown sugar, packed
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
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Set to 350°F (175°C).
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Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
2. Make the blueberry filling
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In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy (about 5–7 minutes).
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Make the oat crust/topping
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In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Stir in melted butter and vanilla until the mixture is crumbly but holds together when pressed.
4. Assemble
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Press about ⅔ of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.
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Spread the blueberry filling evenly on top.
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Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the filling and gently press it down.
5. Bake
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling at the edges.
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Cool completely before cutting into bars (they firm up as they cool).
💡 Tips & Variations
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Add ½ tsp cinnamon to the oat layer for warmth.
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Use a mix of blueberries + raspberries for a berry blend.
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For a healthier version, replace half the butter with coconut oil or applesauce.
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Store at room temp up to 2 days or refrigerated up to 5 days.
Would you like me to give you a lemon blueberry version next — same recipe but with a tangy lemon glaze on top? 🍋💙
