Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the crispy topping and jammy center. The warm, fresh berry scent will make your kitchen cozy. Try them with my Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie Recipe for Dessert. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie Recipe and Easy Brazilian Coconut Pudding Recipe.
Why This Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy oat topping with a jammy berry center
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Better than store-bought, perfect for breakfast or snacks
What You'll Need for Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Old-fashioned oats
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Raspberry preserves
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Old-fashioned oats: Do not use quick-cooking oats.
- Raspberry preserves: You can substitute with your favorite fruit jam.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- KitchenAid Stand Mixer — Makes mixing batter quick and easy → See on Amazon
- Silicone Baking Mats — Prevents bars from sticking and makes cleanup easy → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Step 3: Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1 cup for topping.
- Step 4: In another bowl, whisk eggs, vanilla, and raspberry preserves. Add to dry ingredients; mix well.
- Step 5: Press half of oat mixture into prepared pan. Spread preserves over the top. Crumble reserved oat mixture over preserves.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before cutting.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
- : For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour and reduce sugar.
- Common mistake and fix: If the center is not set, bake for a few more minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, cover with foil.
- : Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bake as directed.
Freezing Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
Freeze cooled bars in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a crunchier topping, press the reserved oat mixture firmly when crumbling.
- Best substitution: Substitute raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bake as directed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If the center is not set, bake for a few more minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, cover with foil.
Want to level up this recipe?
Parchment Paper — Makes removing bars from the pan easy → Check price on Amazon
Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Old-fashioned oats
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Raspberry preserves
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Step 3: Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1 cup for topping.
- Step 4: In another bowl, whisk eggs, vanilla, and raspberry preserves. Add to dry ingredients; mix well.
- Step 5: Press half of oat mixture into prepared pan. Spread preserves over the top. Crumble reserved oat mixture over preserves.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before cutting.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a crunchier topping, press the reserved oat mixture firmly when crumbling.
- Best substitution: Substitute raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bake as directed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If the center is not set, bake for a few more minutes. If the top is browning too quickly, cover with foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze cooled bars in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bake as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves FAQs
Yes, feel free to use your favorite fruit jam instead of raspberry preserves.
This could be due to overbaking. Make sure to check the center for doneness.
Yes, freeze cooled bars in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
