I baked this Vegan Cherry Crumble Bars for my neighbor’s book club last week. The cherries stayed jammy under the topping, and my sister liked them.
Delicious Vegan Cherry Crumble Bars
These crumble bars feature a layer of jammy cherries topped with a crumbly oat mixture that becomes golden and crisp when baked. The recipe takes about an hour to prepare and bake, making it a quick and enjoyable vegan dessert option.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted fresh cherries (or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Filling: In a bowl, mix pitted cherries, cornstarch, lemon juice, and set aside.
- Make the Crumble Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Assemble the Bars: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking dish. Press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the dish, then spread the cherry filling over the top. Sprinkle the remaining crumble evenly over the cherries.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before slicing into squares. Serve as a delightful vegan dessert.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 9 bars
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
I store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. The stay jammy, and I let them come to room temperature before serving.
