Healthy Strawberry Crumble Bars

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These Healthy Strawberry Crumble Bars are the most delicious, wholesome dessert!

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They're perfectly oaty, jammy, and have just the right amount of sweetness. Plus, these bars are easy to make and gluten-free!

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To make, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 8×8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

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In a mixing bowl, combine the crumble ingredients with a pastry cutter, fork, or your hands until you form a dough.

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Press 2/3 of the dough into the baking dish.

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Bake for 15 minutes then remove from the oven.

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Meanwhile, add the strawberries, maple syrup, vanilla and lemon zest (if using) to a saucepan.

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Cook over medium heat until jammy.

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Mix together the jam, cornstarch and water and stir that in.

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Spread strawberry mixture over the baked crust.

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Add the remaining crumble over top.

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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden.

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Let cool completely before slicing. I like to let them cool to room temperature then place them in the fridge for 1-2 hours before cutting to make them easier to cut, plus I think they test best chilled!

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Serve with vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

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