Blue & Blackberry Crisp Bars

• total time: 37 minutes

Ingredients

FILLING

3 cups blueberries

3 cups blackberries

2 tbsp cornstarch

1/2 cup sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp almond extract

1 tsp lemon juice

CRUST / TOPPING

1 1/2 cups flour

1 1/2 cups oats

1 cup brown sugar

1/2 tsp baking powder

1 cup salted butter, softened

Directions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)

In a large bowl, mix together all the filling ingredients. Set aside

In another large bowl, combine all crust/topping ingredients. Mix until it reaches a sandy texture

Line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper. Press half of the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the base

Pour the berry mixture evenly over the crust.

Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture over the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling

Let cool completely before cutting into bars

These are always a hit—make a batch and see for yourself!

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