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These crumb bars will keep for a 1-2 days in an airtight container at room temperature, or 4-5 days in the fridge, so can easily be made in advance.

Can you freeze crumb bars?

Yes! These jam bars freeze well. Wrapped tightly, the bars will keep for 2-3 months. How to freeze: once cooled completely, place the bars flat on a baking sheet in the freezer for about an hour, then transfer to a freezer bag or other airtight container. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Bring to room-temperature before serving or heat for a few seconds in the microwave.

Can I halve or double the recipe?

Yes! You can easily make small batch crumb bars by halving the recipe and baking in a standard loaf pan. Or, for a larger batch, double the recipe and bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Be sure to watch the baking time as the bars may take slightly more or less time in the oven.

How do you cut the bars cleanly?

Be sure to wait until the bars are completely cool (at least an hour) for the cleanest slices, otherwise, they’ll still taste great, but fall apart. Use a large sharp knife, and wipe the knife down after each slice.

How can I make gluten free strawberry crumb bars?

Simply swap the flour for an equal amount of an all-purpose gluten-free flour blend. I tested with u003ca href=u0022https://amzn.to/2Gh4Eozu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eKing Arthur Flour gluten-free all-purpose flouru003c/au003e (which does not include xanthum gum). I use 2 cups (312g) and bake for 35-40 minutes. Be sure your u003ca rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 href=u0022https://amzn.to/2R3GOpxu0022u003erolled oatsu003c/au003e are also gluten-free, as needed.

How can I make vegan strawberry crumb bars?

You can use an equal amount of u003ca rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 href=u0022https://amzn.to/3t7RWiCu0022u003evegan butteru003c/au003e in place of the regular butter and be sure to use organic sugar that is produced without the use of animal products.

Strawberry Jam Crumble Bars

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Author: Laura Bolton - Fork Knife Swoon
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 12 Bars 1x
Category: Baking, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Easy homemade strawberry jam crumble bars. They’re filled with everything to love about a classic strawberry fruit crisp – flavorful strawberries nestled between a buttery brown sugar and oat crust and crumb topping – but in convenient hand held form! Made with simple pantry ingredients, easily adaptable (egg free, vegan, gluten free options), and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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2 cups (180g) rolled oats
2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (150g) light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp Kosher salt
1 cup (226g or 2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
10 oz strawberry preserves ¹
1/2 cup chopped strawberries
zest of half a lemon (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving about an inch overhang on two sides. Set aside.
Make the crumble: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, flour, sugars, baking soda and spices until well-combined.
Cut the butter into cubes, then use your fingers to gently knead the butter into the dry ingredients, until completely incorporated, and you’ve formed a shaggy, crumbly dough, that easily sticks together when pinched. This will take a few minutes.
Assemble: Scoop about two thirds of the crumble dough into the baking pan, and press into an even layer along the bottom. Spoon the jam over the bottom crust, leaving about 1/4 border around the sides. Top with the chopped strawberries and lemon zest (if using).
Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over top, from edge to edge. Very gently press the crumbles into the jam.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, until the crumble topping is golden brown and has puffed up a bit. The jam may be starting to bubble up through the crumbs, slightly. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Equipment

strawberry preserves

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rolled oats

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9-inch square cake pan

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Notes

¹ My favorite store-bought strawberry preserves are from Bonne Maman. You can also make your own! Just about any type of fruit or berry jam will work, so use whatever you’ve got.

Make it gluten free by substituting all-purpose gluten free flour.

Make it vegan by using vegan butter (such as Earth Balance buttery baking sticks), or in a pinch, melted coconut oil.

Keywords: strawberry jam crumble bars, berries, egg free, easy, oat crumble, oatmeal bars, crumb bars, fruit bars, strawberry preserves

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