Blackberry Crumble Bars

Wholesome, naturally sweetened bars filled with juicy blackberries—perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Filling: 

• 2 ½ cups blackberries (can sub for raspberries)
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• ¼ cup water

Crust & Crumble:

• 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup white whole-wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
• ¾ cup coconut sugar
• ¾ tsp kosher salt
• 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Combine blackberries, maple syrup, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. 
2. Bring to a low boil, mashing the berries, and simmer for 5 minutes until thick. 
3. Stir in lemon zest and set aside.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 11×7-inch pan with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray. 
5. Mix oats, flour, coconut sugar, and salt in a bowl. 
6. Blend in the butter, oil, and vanilla with your hands until it looks like coarse sand.
7. Set aside ⅔ cup for the topping.
8. Press the remaining oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. 
9. Spread the blackberry filling over the crust, then scatter the reserved crumble on top.
10. Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes until lightly browned. 
11. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into 12 squares. 
12. Store airtight for up to 4 days.