Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Treat yourself to the delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors with these Vegan Berry Crumble Bars. Picture a buttery oat and almond crust, layered with a luscious mixed berry filling, and topped with a crunchy oat crumble. Each bite is a burst of fruity goodness, with the vibrant flavors of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries dancing on your palate. These bars are perfect for indulging in the freshness of summer all year round, whether you enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or even a breakfast treat. Plus, they’re vegan-friendly, making them a guilt-free pleasure that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere. Get ready to fall in love with the irresistible charm of these Vegan Berry Crumble Bars!
Ingredients
For the Crust and Crumble:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Berry Filling:
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt for the crust and crumble.
- Add the melted vegan butter and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and mix until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In another mixing bowl, toss the mixed berries with maple syrup or agave nectar, cornstarch or arrowroot powder, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Spread the berry filling evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining one-third of the dough mixture evenly over the berry filling to form the crumble topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust and crumble topping are golden brown and the berry filling is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Serve and enjoy these Vegan Berry Crumble Bars as a delightful treat any time of the day!
