Mango Crumb Bars
Delicious Mango Crumb Bars combine ripe mangos with a crumbly topping for a healthy yet indulgent treat, perfect for meal prep or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
For the Crumb Topping
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and texture
- 1 cup Rolled Oats Adds heartiness and chew
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Gives warmth and depth of flavor
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness
- 1/2 cup Butter For a crumbly texture
- 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensures bars rise gently
- 1/4 tsp Salt Balances flavors
For the Filling
- 3 cups Ripe Mangos, diced Maximizes sweetness and juiciness
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice Adds zesty brightness
For Extra Flavor
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor profile
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Incorporate the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 1 cup of this mixture for topping.
- Mix in the diced mangos and lime juice with the remaining mixture until just combined.
Cooking
- Spread the mango mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the mango filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Serving
- Once cooled, carefully cut the bars into squares.
- Serve warm or let cool completely for firmer texture.
Notes
Use ripe mangos for maximum sweetness. Store bars in an airtight container for freshness. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months.