Strawberry Oat Crumble Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust and Topping
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1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
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1 cup almond flour
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2/3 cup dark brown sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, diced
→ Filling
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3 cups chopped strawberries
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Juice and zest of one lemon
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1 tablespoon arrowroot or cornstarch
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
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Mix oats, almond flour, brown sugar, and butter in a bowl. Work butter in with hands until it forms a dough-like consistency.
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Press 2/3 of mixture into prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes, then set aside.
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Cook strawberries, maple syrup, vanilla, and lemon zest over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes until deep red. Add cornstarch-lemon juice slurry and stir until thickened.
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Spread filling over crust, top with remaining crumb mixture. Bake 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Cool completely before cutting.
# Notes:
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Let cool completely for clean cuts
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Can use fresh or frozen strawberries
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Store in fridge up to 5 days