Raspberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries (if frozen, do not thaw)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
3. Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set the remaining one-third aside for the topping.
4. In a separate bowl, gently toss the raspberries with the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Spread the raspberry mixture evenly over the crust.
5. Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the raspberries. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.