Fresh Fruit Bars

Bursting with the wholesome flavors of juicy, seasonal fruit, these Fresh Fruit Bars are the ultimate dessert or snack for any time of year! Featuring a buttery, crumbly crust and oat-streusel topping, these bars perfectly balance sweetness with a touch of cinnamon spice. Loaded with a medley of fresh fruit—think berries, peaches, or apples—tossed in a simple, tangy lemon and brown sugar mixture, every bite is a celebration of natural goodness. Quick and easy to prepare, these bars come together in under an hour, making them perfect for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or a midweek indulgence. Enjoy them on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s destined to become a family favorite. Perfect keywords: fresh fruit bars recipe, easy fruit dessert, homemade oat streusel bars.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups fresh mixed fruit (e.g., berries, peaches, or apples)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your hands, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it forms a crumbly texture.

Step 4

Reserve 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture for the top. Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.

Step 5

Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden, then set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

While the crust is baking, prepare the fruit filling. In a medium bowl, toss the fresh mixed fruit with cornstarch, lemon juice, and brown sugar until evenly coated.

Step 7

Spread the fruit mixture evenly over the baked crust.

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, mix the reserved crumb mixture with rolled oats and ground cinnamon to create the topping.

Step 9

Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the fruit layer.

Step 10

Bake the assembled bars in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.

Step 11

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 bars.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy as a delightful treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1590.2 grams (1590.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4328

Total Fat 201.00g	258%
Saturated Fat 122.90g	615%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 1250mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 611.00g	222%
Dietary Fiber 30.20g	108%
Total Sugars 338.00g
Protein 44.50g	89%

Vitamin D 117IU	584%
Calcium 296mg	23%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 1735mg	37%

*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: 40.8%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 55.2%