Raspberry Oatmeal Bars have a buttery oatmeal crust, filled with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a delicious crumbly oatmeal topping.
I used raspberry jam with seeds. Because, raspberries are supposed to have seeds. But, you could use seedless raspberry jam, or any other flavor of jam you prefer. Raspberry streusel bars are so simple to make and have a delicious streusel topping.
Raspberry Bars are one of the easiest dessert bars to make.
These raspberry crumble bars are so simple to make are are the perfect dessert for BBQ’s, picnics, and potluck gatherings.
For more great recipes for summer, be sure and try my S’more bars, Strawberry Popsicles, Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Trifle Recipe and Strawberry Rhubarb Pie.
Why this recipe works
- Simple to make dessert bar!
- Made with simple ingredients, readily available in your local grocery store.
Ingredients Needed
- Butter – I always buy unsalted butter. That way I can control the salt in my recipes.
- Brown sugar – Creamed together with the butter gives you a moist and flavorful base.
- Old-fashioned rolled oats – One of the most affordable ingredients- you’ll find it in the cereal aisle.
- all-purpose flour – Helps make the oatmeal cookie base for this dessert.
Want to use homemade jam for these raspberry crumb bars? Be sure and try one of my jam recipes- Raspberry Peach Jam, Mixed Berry Jam or Raspberry Rhubarb Jam.
How to make Raspberry Bars
Step 1: Cream together the brown sugar and softened butter. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl occasionally with a rubber spatula.
Step 2: Add the vanilla extract, rolled oats, flour, salt, and baking powder; stir to combine. Again scraping the bottom and sides of the mixing bowl with a rubber spatula.
Step 3: Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Step 4: Spread the jam over the bottom layer using a large spoon or rubber spatula. (I absolutely love ThermoWorks mini spatulas for getting jam out of the jar!)
Step 5: Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture over the top of the raspberry jam layer.
Step 6: Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 45-50 minutes, or until lightly browned and jam is bubbling. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
More Baking Recipes
- Cheesecake Recipe
- Raspberry Muffins
- Strawberry Raspberry Rhubarb Pie
- Cast Iron Cinnamon Rolls
- Oatmeal Cream Cookies
- Sour Cream Coffee Cake
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Raspberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars
Ingredients
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
- 1 ½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 (18-ounce) jar raspberry jam Smucker’s or your favorite brand
Instructions
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray well with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract, rolled oats, flour, salt, and baking powder and stir to combine. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl occasionally with a rubber spatula.
- Press ¾ of the oatmeal mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Spread the jam over the bottom layer.
- Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture over the raspberry jam layer.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until lightly golden brown and the jam is bubbling. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Recipe Notes
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Shanika says
These crumble bars look so yummy! I’m definitely saving this recipe for later since I was planning on making crumble bars real soon!
Jessica Robinson says
Shanika,
They are definitely delish! Thanks for stopping by!
Jenni says
Oh my gosh, these bars look SO good! Love how simple they are to make, too!
Jessica Robinson says
Jenni,
These are right from our farm kitchen and you’ll love them! So simple to make too!
Liz says
YUM! These look amazing. I love fruity cobbler type recipes so these bars sound amazing!
Claire says
This was such a great treat for afternoon tea!
I loved the crumble topping 😀
Lauren says
Anything with crumble of any kind on top and I am all in. So good!
Cindy @ The Sweet Nerd says
I love this and how easy it is. You’re right, perfect with coffee. I have an aunt who keeps sending me jars of homemade jam so I can’t wait to put them to work.
Marie - Not Enough Cinnamon says
I’m obsessed with raspberry jam and I love, love, love crumble bars. They look SO good! Yum yum yum
Chris says
These look absolutely scrumptious!! Perfect for the kid’s lunchbox! Love the step by steps too, really helpful!
Adriana Lopez Martin says
I enjoy raspberry jam it is such a good option for desserts, tart and sweet, this bars look really scrumptious. I would need to try to make them soon.
Dana says
I haven’t made anything like this in so soso long, and that clearly needs to change. I love raspberry bars! So chewy and gooey. These look perfect.
Jeanette says
Very smart and fun idea for eating your oatmeal 🙂 Lovely!
Veena Azmanov says
Oh, I can not wait to try Raspberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars. I really enjoy the fact that this recipe can be prepared quickly and easily. It’s perfect for me. Thanks for the great recipe!
Brian Jones says
What a great sounding treat, this looks superb and that crumble mix is fabulous!
Jessica Levinson says
Love how easy it is to make these raspberry oatmeal crumble bars! They would be great for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
christine says
I am madly in love with any kind of “crumb” bar. I usually go blueberry but I think I’ll try raspberry soon.