Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars
Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars are a delightful dessert combining a buttery oat crust with a tangy lemon filling.
Ingredients
For the Crust & Topping:
- 7 tablespoons 99g unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup 150g light or dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup 125g all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 85g old-fashioned oats or quick oats (not instant)
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 can 14 ounces full-fat sweetened condensed milk
- 6 tablespoons 90ml lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest from about 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Stir in oats until evenly distributed.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Spread the lemon filling evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- For a crispier topping, toast the oats lightly before mixing.