Description
These Sweet Pineapple Crumble Bars are a tropical-inspired dessert featuring a buttery oat crust, sweet pineapple filling, and a golden crumb topping. Perfect for any time of year, these fruity bars bring a refreshing bite of sunshine to your dessert table.
Ingredients
For the Crust & Crumble:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Pineapple Filling:
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2 1/2 cups crushed pineapple (drained if using canned)
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1/2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
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Make the crumble mixture:
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In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown and granulated sugars, baking soda, salt, and vanilla.
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Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
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Form the crust:
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Press two-thirds of the mixture firmly into the pan. Reserve the rest for the topping.
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Make the pineapple filling:
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In a saucepan, cook pineapple, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
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Assemble the bars:
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Spread the pineapple filling over the crust.
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Sprinkle the reserved crumble on top.
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Bake:
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Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
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Cool & slice:
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Let cool completely. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for clean bars.
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Notes
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Fresh pineapple can be used, finely chopped and slightly cooked down.
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Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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Serve slightly warmed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
