Raspberry Crumb Bars

almond flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is often less expensive and gluten-free.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and can be healthier.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

sliced almonds

💰Cheaper: chopped walnuts

Chopped walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

Preheat the oven (temperature not specified).

In a bowl, add flour and scoop it while swiping off the excess to avoid pressing it in.

Add old-fashioned rolled oats to the bowl.

Add brown sugar for sweetness, noting its molasses flavor.

Add salt to balance the sweetness.

Add a little baking soda to elevate the mixture.

Add cinnamon for flavor enhancement.

Mix the dry ingredients with hands to break up any hard bits of brown sugar.

Cut butter into small cubes and toss with the flour mixture to coat.

Using hands, break the butter into the mixture until it resembles a coarse texture that holds together when squeezed.

Prepare a baking pan with a parchment paper sling for easy release.

Take some of the crumb mixture and press it into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.

Dollop raspberry preserves around the crust for easier spreading.

Use an offset spatula to spread the preserves evenly over the crust.

Add frozen raspberries on top of the preserves for added texture and flavor.

Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top, breaking it into chunks for a craggy texture.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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