Author: Nikki
These Raspberry Crumble Bars are absolute perfection. The crumb crust and topping is such a fantastic blend of texture and flavor. The raspberry filling is the star of this dessert; tart and sweet and completely delicious.
Raspberry sauce:
- 3 cups raspberries
- ¾ cup cold water
- ¾ cup sugar
- 3½ Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Crumb Crust/Topping
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 cups flour
- 1½ cups old fashion oats
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Raspberry Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups raspberries, water, sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice.
- Over medium heat, bring to a boil stirring constantly. Cook until thickened. This usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove from stove and stir in remaining raspberries.
Crumb Crust/Topping
- In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat until well combined.
- Add flour and oats, mix well. Dough will be crumbly.
- Set 2 cups of the mixture aside for the top.
- Press the remaining dough evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread raspberry evenly sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle remaining crumbles evenly over the top.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Cool and cut into squares and serve.
Recipe by Chef in Training at https://www.chef-in-training.com/raspberry-crumble-bars/
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