Blueberry Oatmeal Bars (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Base
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup light brown sugar
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup old-fashioned oats
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup blueberries
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment, letting extra hang off the edges to make lifting out later easier.
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In a mixing bowl, stir together oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda until everything's combined. Stir in melted butter and vanilla until it looks crumbly.
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Grab half of your crumbly mix and firmly press it into your pan, ensuring it's even and packed well.
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Coat your blueberries by tossing them in sugar and cornstarch until everything's evenly mixed together. Spread this mixture over the pressed base in your pan.
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Take the rest of your oat mixture and sprinkle it over the berry layer. Gently press it down so it sticks a bit.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and blueberries are bubbly. Wait until it cools fully before pulling it out with the parchment and cutting it into squares.
# Additional Tips:
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Grate some lemon zest into the blueberries for a zesty touch.
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Want extra crunch? Toss some almond meal into the oat mix.
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They store great in airtight containers for up to five days.