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Cherry Oatmeal Crumble Bars

February 12, 2014

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You’re just four ingredients away from these delicious Cherry Oatmeal Crumble Bars! So simple to make and so much better than cherry pie, these bars are sure to become a family favorite.

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Crumble bars are one of my very favorite desserts to make. And to eat 🙂 They are super simple and take just minutes to pull together. This particular recipe is a variation of one I have been making since I was about 8 years old. These bars were frequently requested by my siblings and there are so many reasons why.

First of all, these bars require four ingredients. FOUR! With 5 kids, my mom always kept the pantry well stocked and we could always find the ingredients needed. The crumble base and topping is made with yellow cake mix, butter, and oats. The filling is totally up to you!

We usually made Blackberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars growing up but would happily substitute in any flavor of jam or preserves we had on hand.

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Awhile back I started thinking what other flavors would be good in these bars and cherry immediately jumped to mind. I used a can of cherry pie filling in place of the jam and oh.my.goodness! I may never make cherry pie again!

These bars are pure heaven warm OR cold. When you pull the baking dish out of the oven, wait just a few minutes and then scoop out a spoonful right from the corner – no one will EVER know 🙂

These bars would be great served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream but are amazing on their own. Reece and Bryce were instant fans. I don’t care to count how many they ate before I packaged them up with my husband to take to work.

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Cherry Oatmeal Crumble Bars will definitely be making a frequent appearance (and quickly disappearing) in our home. I hope you give them a try!

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Cherry Oatmeal Crumble Bars

You're just four ingredients away from these delicious Cherry Oatmeal Crumble Bars! So simple to make and so much better than cherry pie, these are sure to become a family favorite.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cherry oatmeal crumble bars
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings 24 bars
Calories 162kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 15.25 oz yellow cake mix 1 package
  • 2 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 3/4 cups butter melted
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling 1 can

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Line a 9 x 13 baking dish with parchment paper or grease with cooking spray.
  • Mix cake mix and oats in a large bowl.
  • Add melted butter, stir until crumbly.
  • Press down half the crumbs onto the bottom of the pan.
  • Carefully spread cherry pie filling over the crumb crust.
  • Spread remaining crumbs over preserves and press down gently.
  • Bake for 18 to 23 minutes or until very lightly golden brown.
  • Eat warm or cool, cut into bars, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 198mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg

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Comments

  1. Sherry says

    September 21, 2017 at 9:04 PM

    Wow…these are just absolutely fantabulous! I just made them tonight and they are nothing short of total awesomeness! ? I made one variation and added milk chocolate chips to the top layer….but only because I love cherries and chocolate together. Thanks for the great & easy recipe. These will be terrific to make when I’m in a rush and having company too. Thanks again!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      September 24, 2017 at 4:28 PM

      Love cherries and chocolate together too! I think I need to try it your way 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  2. Danielle says

    July 6, 2017 at 12:59 PM

    I just made these for a work celebration and they were quick, easy and so good! It tastes like a dump cake but in a bar!! YUM! I can’t wait to make other versions. This will definitely be a quick go to when I need a dessert, thanks!!

    Reply
  3. Elaine Leadem says

    October 25, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    can I use just old fashioned oats – not the quick cooking oats?

    Reply
    • Valerie says

      November 28, 2015 at 11:46 AM

      Elaine – I made these with old fashioned oats instead of quick cooking oats. They came out very good – maybe chewier than with quick oats?

      Reply
      • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

        November 28, 2015 at 11:53 AM

        Excellent! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
  4. Scott says

    June 21, 2015 at 8:36 PM

    Made these. They were great.

    Reply
  5. Kathy says

    March 3, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Do you think you could use this for date nut squares? Do you have any suggestions for the filling?

    Reply
  6. Heidi says

    February 22, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    Do these freeze well? I want to make them a few days before I need them but want then to be fresh.

    Reply
  7. CeeJay says

    February 16, 2015 at 8:50 AM

    I just threw a pan of these in the oven, but with a black forest kind of twist! I used a chocolate fudge cake mix which made weak with delight as I sampled the crumb mix. I going to serve after dinner this evening, with a dollop of whipped topping. YUM!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 17, 2015 at 10:18 AM

      Genius! I am totally going to try this!

      Reply
  8. Jade says

    December 11, 2014 at 2:09 PM

    Hi Trish,
    Do I first make the yellow cake mix then add the oatmeal or just the cake mix in itself (without the veggie oil and eggs)
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 12, 2014 at 9:28 AM

      Just the cake mix by itself Jade – no oil and eggs needed 🙂

      Reply
  9. Pam says

    November 15, 2014 at 6:08 PM

    My husband is diabetic and I’m always looking for a desert recipe that I can adapt for him. This is just the one! I substituted sugar free yellow cake mix and used “no sugar added” pie fillings. I’ve made cherry, blueberry and apple variations. We love them all! I also added almonds to the cherry and blueberry and pecans to the apple, because we really like nuts. Thank you so much Trish for this incredible recipe. By the way, it never ends up being bars…I pack the crumble rather loosely (top and bottom) and we just scoop out spoonfuls into a bowl! Imagine adding ice cream on top! Thanks again!!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 22, 2014 at 7:01 AM

      That is so fantastic and I just LOVE your substitutions. I’m glad you found a way to make it for your husband 🙂

      Reply
  10. Shelley says

    April 3, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    small or large can of fruit filling?

    Reply
  11. Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says

    February 27, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    These look so good! Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe at The Pin Junkie. It was featured at this week’s party. Please stop by to grab a featured button and share another one of your fantastic recipes! http://www.thepinjunkie.com/2014/02/friday-link-party-56.html

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  12. Jocie@OPC says

    February 27, 2014 at 11:15 AM

    woah, so yummy! my mom made something similar growing up with raspberries but i’m a much bigger fan of cherries! Thanks so much for linking up at Creativity Unleashed last week! featuring you on the blog tomorrow. Hope to see you back! xoxo

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 27, 2014 at 12:59 PM

      That’s so awesome! Thanks Jocie!

      Reply
  13. Laurie says

    February 22, 2014 at 8:21 PM

    Cherry Italian Creme Soda… oh yeah! That sounds divine! I loved your Tip Me Tuesday link this week. {thanks girl!} Would you like Tip Junkie to feature your blog post to over 200,000 creative women? If you upload this blog post into your Tip Junkie craft room using at least 2 images, 2 steps, and blog post URL then I can easily feature it in my RSS feed, home page, and all my social networks instantly. {squealing with delight} ~ Laurie {a.k.a. the Tip Junkie}
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  14. kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says

    February 21, 2014 at 7:29 PM

    Delicious!! YUM!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:09 PM

      Thanks Kristi!

      Reply
  15. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    February 21, 2014 at 10:47 AM

    I adore oatmeal crumble bars! These are so much easier with the cake mix…I love it!!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:15 PM

      Sooo easy! Like the easiest dessert ever 🙂 Thanks Jocelyn!

      Reply
  16. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    February 20, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    4 ingredients… really…Have I told you how much I love you? These are my favorite kind of desserts, simple and so tasty and versatile. How can it not be a win!!! Can’t wait to try this Trish! Pinned it. 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 24, 2014 at 3:19 PM

      You are going to love this recipe Krista! So easy and just delicious! Thanks for the pin girl!

      Reply
  17. Jennifer @ Crockpot Gourmet says

    February 19, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    These look simple and delicious! My favorite kind of dessert! And I’m thinking they could also be yummy with blueberry pie filling?! 🙂

    Reply
  18. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    February 15, 2014 at 4:24 PM

    STUNNING! Love these so much.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 20, 2014 at 9:40 AM

      Thanks Dorothy!

      Reply
  19. Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says

    February 15, 2014 at 2:57 PM

    I can’t believe you made something this delicious using only 4 ingredients. Crumble bars are one of my favorites and yours look incredibly scrumptious. So yummy!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 20, 2014 at 9:39 AM

      Oh thank you Kathi! They sure are easy 🙂

      Reply
  20. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    February 15, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    4 ingredients?!?! Ahhh I can make these right now!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 20, 2014 at 9:40 AM

      Do it Angie! You won’t regret it 🙂

      Reply
  21. Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says

    February 15, 2014 at 7:05 AM

    I just love your oat bars, Trish! This one sounds just as delicious all the others 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 20, 2014 at 9:41 AM

      Thank you Lyuba!

      Reply
  22. Kate@Diethood says

    February 14, 2014 at 3:30 PM

    Seriously?! Um. Heaven, indeed!! I think I’d eat them warm! YUM! And they’re beautiful!!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 20, 2014 at 9:41 AM

      Warm is the best Kate 🙂 Thank you!

      Reply
  23. Melanie @ Carmel Moments says

    February 14, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    These are so pretty and I bet they taste awesome too. I’m finally turning into a cherry fan. Simplicity in these bars has caught my attention!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:39 AM

      Thanks Melanie! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
  24. Chandra@The Plaid & Paisley Kitchen says

    February 13, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    Oh All the yummy Cherry dishes you make!!! I am totally pinning this!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:40 AM

      Thank you so much Chandra!

      Reply
  25. marcie says

    February 13, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    I just love easy desserts that contain fruit and a crumble! This looks irresistible, Trish!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:49 AM

      Thank you Marcie! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
  26. Kathy says

    February 13, 2014 at 6:18 AM

    Yum! I love an easy dessert bar! And crumble bars are delicious!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:49 AM

      Thank you Kathy! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
  27. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says

    February 12, 2014 at 11:13 PM

    Oh I just saw these on Twitter before I hoped on my computer. Love it! Oatmeal crumb anything is pretty fine by me.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:49 AM

      Thanks Julianne! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  28. Heather @ French Press says

    February 12, 2014 at 7:32 PM

    I think I just found my new favorite fruit dessert – and hello SO easy!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:50 AM

      That’s the best part 🙂 Thanks Heather!

      Reply
  29. Blair says

    February 12, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Pinned! These look amazing, Trish! My boys will gobble them up, too. Plus, you can’t beat such a simple recipe!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 11:53 AM

      That’s awesome Blair! Thank you so much!

      Reply
  30. Shannon @ Bake.Frost.Repeat. says

    February 12, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    Oh, so happy you posted these. I have been craving a fruit crumble bar and these look awesome. I’m totally making these this weekend while my in-laws are here.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 12:40 PM

      You’re going to love them Shannon! Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  31. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    February 12, 2014 at 1:04 PM

    Only 4 Ingredients?! Sign me up! Pinned and sharing on FB!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 12:41 PM

      Thanks so much Julie! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
  32. Ashton says

    February 12, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Crumble bars seriously make me weak in the knees!! These look incredible— I’m SO into cherry these days 🙂 Pinned!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 14, 2014 at 12:41 PM

      Thanks Ashton!! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply

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