Vegan Strawberry Jam Oatmeal Bars

The addition of strawberry jam and fresh strawberries help make these squares amazing.  I would recommend using homemade jam if you have some, but if not, store bought will be fine.  I will be sure to post my strawberry jam recipe in time for strawberry season.

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 cup large flake oats
1/2 cup dairy free butter, softened - I use Earth Balance
3/4 cup (generous) Strawberry Jam
1/2 cup chopped strawberries

Preheat oven to 350º.  Spray an 8 inch square pan with cooking spray and set aside.





1. Place the butter in a medium bowl and microwave for 30 seconds, to soften
2. Add the brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt and oats, stirring to combine.  
3. Mix the dairy free butter into the mixture, rub with your fingers to ensure it is well mixed.
4. Press about 2 cups of the mixture into the prepared pan and spread the jam over the top. 
5. Sprinkle the chopped strawberries over the jam.
6. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture, gently pressing the crumble into the top of the jam.


Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the bars are lightly browned.  Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.  Allow the bars to cool before cutting into squares.