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Mango Oatmeal Crumble Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 2 hours (including cooling time)
  • Yield: 9 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mango Oatmeal Crumble Bars combine a buttery oat crust with a fresh, juicy mango filling, topped with a crunchy crumble. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these bars offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors with the natural sweetness of ripe mangoes and a hint of lemon. Easy to make and bake, they are an ideal treat for summer or any time you crave a fruity, wholesome dessert.

Ingredients

Crust and Crumble Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup old-fashioned whole-rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Mango Filling

  • 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh ripe mango
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
  2. Melt Butter: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter by microwaving it on high power for about 1 minute until fully melted.
  3. Combine Crust Ingredients: Add the flour, rolled oats, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt to the melted butter. Stir well to combine. The mixture will be dry and sandy with some larger crumble pieces.
  4. Set Aside Topping: Reserve 1 heaping cup of this mixture to use later as the crumble topping.
  5. Form Crust: Transfer the remaining oat mixture into the prepared pan. Using a spatula or your fingers, press and compact it firmly and evenly to create a smooth, flat crust layer. Set aside.
  6. Prepare Mango Filling: In the same mixing bowl, combine the chopped mango, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and corn starch. Toss everything together until well combined. Some sugar crystals may remain, but they will dissolve during baking.
  7. Spread Mango Layer: Evenly distribute the mango mixture over the prepared oat crust layer in the pan.
  8. Add Crumble Topping: Squeeze the reserved oat crumble mixture in your palm to form bigger pieces, then sprinkle it evenly over the mango layer to form the crumble topping.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has just set. The topping should turn a pale golden color, and the mango filling may bubble slightly around the edges. If your mangoes are very juicy, baking may take a bit longer. Monitor the bars carefully for doneness.
  10. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Let the bars cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing to ensure they hold their shape and don’t crumble apart.
  11. Serve and Store: Once cooled, slice into bars and serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, or freeze for up to 6 months.

Notes

  • Lining the pan with foil makes cleanup easier and helps you lift the bars out easily after baking.
  • If mangoes are not very juicy, the baking time may be shorter; always check visually for a pale golden crumble and set filling.
  • Ensure bars are completely cool before slicing to avoid messy or falling-apart pieces.
  • You can substitute mango with fresh blueberries or strawberries for a different fruit variation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/mango-oatmeal-crumble-bars-recipe/