Cranberry oat bars –Today, I want to share a delightful sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion: Cinnamon-Cranberry Oat Bars. These bars not only captivate your taste buds but are also easy to prepare, making them a fantastic addition to your dessert repertoire. Here’s how to make these scrumptious bars:
Cinnamon-Cranberry Oat Bars
These bars are packed with flavor, combining the warm spices of cinnamon with tart cranberries and hearty oats. Enjoy them as a snack or a light dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to combine all the dry ingredients.
- Add the softened butter and honey (or maple syrup) to the dry mixture. Use your hands or a fork to blend everything together until crumbly.
- Stir in the dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Press about two-thirds of the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. This will form the base layer.
- Spread the remaining crumb mixture on top of the cranberry layer, pressing it down lightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is set. Keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully lift it out using the edges of the parchment paper, if used.
- Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting them into squares or rectangles.
- Enjoy these delicious Cinnamon-Cranberry Oat Bars as a snack, dessert, or a delightful addition to your breakfast!
These bars are not only delicious but also versatile. You can substitute cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or chopped apricots, depending on your taste preferences. Enjoy baking!
