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Simple, Irresistible Raspberry Bars

Published by Laura Kersting on September 6, 2021
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  • Gluten-Free
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Raspberry Bars recipe
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This simple, irresistible raspberry bars recipe is adapted from Bob’s Red Mill Raspberry Oatmeal Bars Recipe. I found the recipe on the back of Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Oat Flour (paid Amazon link). I substitute dairy-free butter so the recipe is dairy-free and gluten-free.

I feature these simple, irresistible raspberry bars because this is the very first gluten-free recipe, I made with success, and it's the first recipe I brought to social gatherings. In fact, I get requests for this recipe all of the time!

If you are struggling to succeed with allergy-free baking and cooking, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. Start with something simple like I did.

These healthy raspberry bars are the perfect combination of sweet and savory and they have an incredible buttery oat topping. Why not give these simple raspberry bars a try today? In just 30 minutes you’ll be on your way to recipe success and your family and friends are sure to ask for more!

How to Make Raspberry Bars

STEPS

  1. Melt butter and add to a large mixing bowl.

  2. Combine butter with 1 tsp vanilla extract.

  3. Add gluten-free oatmeal, gluten-free oat flour, xanthan gum, salt, sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest to the bowl.

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  4. Mix well. The mixture should be light and crumbly.

  5. Layer ½ oat mixture evenly over the bottom of a greased 9x9 pan pressing firmly. Set aside.

  6. Mix raspberry preserves and 1 tsp vanilla extract together.

  7. Layer raspberry mixture evenly over the oat mixture.

  8. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top.

  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until oats are golden brown.

  10. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Serve for dessert or a quick breakfast.

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Recipe Variations

Use other flavors such as blueberry, peach, or strawberry jam.

ALSO TRY MY Amazing Gluten-Free Peach Crisp.

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Simple and Irresistible Raspberry Bars

These raspberry bars are the perfect combination of sweet and savory and have an incredible buttery oat topping.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword dairy-free, gluten-free, healthy, oatmeal, raspberry, simple
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 225kcal
Author Laura Kersting

Equipment

  • 9x9 Baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small dish for melting butter
  • Citrus zester
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Dairy-free butter (8Tbsp) melted
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract divided
  • 1 cup Gluten-free oat flour
  • 1 cup Gluten-free old-fashioned oats
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp Xanthan gum
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 2/3 cup Raspberry preserves
  • Cooking spray or shortening to grease pan

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Thoroughly grease the bottom and sides of a 9x9 baking pan. Set aside.
  • Melt the butter and add it to a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine the butter with 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  • Add gluten-free oatmeal, gluten-free oat flour, xanthan gum, salt, sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest to the bowl.
  • Mix well. The mixture should be light and crumbly.
  • Layer ½ oat mixture evenly over the bottom of a greased 9x9 pan pressing firmly. Set aside.
  • Mix the raspberry preserves and 1 tsp vanilla extract together.
  • Layer raspberry mixture evenly over the oat mixture.
  • Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until oats are golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

The serving size equals 1 raspberry bar.
Calories are approximate and based on the exact ingredients/brands I used when making this recipe. Check your ingredients' nutrition labels. 
 
Original Recipe, Raspberry Oatmeal Bars can be found HERE.

Leave a comment and let me know how this recipe turned out. I love to hear your feedback.

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Blessings, Laura xo

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