Mini Vegan Crumb Bars

Mini Vegan Crumb Bars

There’s something so comforting about a soft, fruity bar with a buttery crumble on top and these mini vegan crumb bars give you all that goodness in the sweetest little portions. They’re simple, cozy, and made with everyday pantry ingredients. I’ll guide you so each bite turns out tender, golden, and beautifully crumbly.

Ingredients

For the crust + crumble:

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup coconut oil, softened (not melted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the filling:

  • 1½ cups berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Optional swaps:

  • Use vegan butter instead of coconut oil for a richer flavor.
  • Swap berries for diced apples or peaches.

Steps

  1. Prep the pan. Heat your oven to 350°F and line a mini square pan or mini muffin tin with parchment so the bars lift out easily.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients. In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the coconut oil. Work it in with a fork or your hands until the mixture forms soft, sandy clumps. Don’t worry it’s supposed to look a little uneven.
  4. Make the filling. Toss berries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until coated.
  5. Press the base. Firmly press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture into your mini pan or muffin cups. Keep it even so the bars hold together.
  6. Layer the berries. Spoon the berry mixture over the base, keeping the layer thin but generous.
  7. Add the crumble. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top little clusters make the prettiest finish.
  8. Bake. Bake 18–22 minutes, until the top looks lightly golden and the berries bubble around the edges.
  9. Cool fully. Let them rest before cutting; vegan bars need a bit of time to set.

Chef’s Tips

  • Don’t skip the cooling time the bars firm up as they rest, making them easier to slice.
  • If your crumb mixture feels too dry, add 1–2 teaspoons more coconut oil until it clumps softly.
  • For tidy mini squares, chill the bars 20 minutes before slicing.

Variations

  • Cinnamon Crumb Bars: Add ½ tsp cinnamon to the crumble for a cozy twist.
  • Jam Bars: Replace berries with ⅓ cup of your favorite vegan jam for the simplest version.
  • Tropical Bars: Use mango or pineapple with a teaspoon of shredded coconut sprinkled on top.