Fabulous Fruit Bars Cookie Mix

Discover the ultimate treat with these Fabulous Fruit Bars Cookie Mix—a delightful fusion of buttery cookie dough, luscious fruit preserves, and a golden oat topping. Perfectly balanced between chewy and crumbly, these bars feature a rich base, a vibrant layer of your favorite fruit preserves (think raspberry, apricot, or strawberry), and a nutty, oat-studded crumble. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe makes 16 servings, ideal for potlucks, snacks, or dessert spreads. Bonus: Customize with chopped nuts for extra crunch! These fruit bars are simple yet crowd-pleasing, making them a must-try for any baking enthusiast looking for quick, nostalgic, and irresistibly delicious treats.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup fruit preserves (e.g., raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and mix until a thick dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two portions. Press one portion evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base layer.

Step 5

Spread the fruit preserves evenly over the base layer, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 6

To the remaining dough, stir in the rolled oats and chopped nuts (if using). Crumble this mixture evenly over the fruit preserves layer, covering it as much as possible.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into 16 squares or bars.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4607.9

Total Fat 198.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 759.5mg	0%
Sodium 1864.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 657.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 339.4g
Protein 66.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 319.4mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 1325.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 56.2%