Blueberry Oatmeal Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Base
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/3 cup light brown sugar
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1 cup old-fashioned oats
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ 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 cup blueberries
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving extra on the sides so you can easily lift everything out later.
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Mix up the oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla. You'll end up with a crumbly texture.
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Press half the crumbly mix firmly into the bottom of your lined baking pan, making sure it's nice and even.
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Combine the blueberries, cornstarch, and sugar in a small bowl. Stir them gently until the berries are fully coated.
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Sprinkle what’s left of the crumbly mixture on top of the blueberries. Gently press it down to hold everything together.
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Pop the pan in the oven for 35-40 minutes. You'll know it's done when the top is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling. Let everything cool completely before pulling it out with the parchment and cutting into squares.
# Notes:
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Zest a lemon over the blueberry mix for a fresh citrus twist.
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Swap a bit of the oats for almond meal to add crunch.
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Store in a sealed container and they'll stay good for about 5 days.