Nut-Free Berry Crumble Bars

Satisfy your sweet cravings with these irresistible Nut-Free Berry Crumble Bars, a delicious twist on the classic dessert that's perfect for those with nut allergies. Featuring a rich, buttery crumble made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, these bars sandwich a luscious layer of tangy mixed berries enhanced with a hint of lemon juice and a touch of cornstarch for the perfect consistency. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden-brown finish after baking, these crowd-pleasing bars are ideal for potlucks, brunches, or an indulgent snack. Serve them fresh out of the oven for a warm treat, or let them cool for a crumbly, handheld delight. Easy to make, nut-free, and utterly delicious, these berry crumble bars are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups fresh or frozen mixed berries
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir together until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and vanilla extract, then add this to the crumble mixture. Mix until just combined. The dough will be crumbly.

Step 5

Take half of the crumble mixture and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Reserve the remaining crumble for the topping.

Step 6

In another bowl, combine the berries, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir gently to coat the berries.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the berry mixture is bubbling.

Step 10

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.

Step 11

Once cooled, cut the bars into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1524.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4054.4

Total Fat 204.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 1215.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 535.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 298.7g
Protein 38.6g	0%

Vitamin D 170.4IU	0%
Calcium 293.2mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1285.8mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 51.7%