Low Fat Berry Crumble Bars

Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Berry Crumble Bars, a delightful dessert or snack that's both wholesome and bursting with flavor. Featuring a hearty blend of rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and a touch of brown sugar, the crumbly base is made lighter with unsweetened applesauce and a hint of light butter. Juicy mixed berries, naturally sweetened with honey and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, create a naturally vibrant filling that’s packed with antioxidants. Finished with a golden, crumbly topping, these bars are baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. Perfect for meal prep or sharing, this easy-to-make treat is low in fat but big on flavor, making it a nutritious twist on a classic berry dessert. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these berry crumble bars are an irresistible, low-calorie crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup light butter
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

Melt the light butter in a small microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, and add it to the dry ingredients along with the unsweetened applesauce. Mix until the ingredients are moistened and crumbly.

Step 4

Press about 2/3 of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.

Step 5

In another bowl, combine the mixed berries, cornstarch, lemon juice, and honey. Stir gently until the berries are well coated.

Step 6

Spread the berry mixture evenly over the crust in the pan.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the berries, pressing it down gently.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 20 minutes before lifting them out and cutting into bars.

Step 10

Serve the crumble bars warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(971.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1756.5

Total Fat 34.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 1613.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 346.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.9g	0%
Total Sugars 148.2g
Protein 35.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 234.3mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1622.2mg	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: 16.8%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 75.5%