Derval O’ Rourke’s Summer Berry Bake Bars

Pre heat the oven to 180 degrees.

Simply add the berries to a saucepan over medium-high heat. The fruit should quickly begin to warm up and break down. Add the chia seeds. Then you can mash it with a spoon or with a potato masher until it reaches your desired consistency. I like my jam smooth. Set the jam aside.

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and honey with a pinch of salt. Take off the heat, then stir in the oats, ground almonds and almond extract. Mix until they are coated in the butter and honey mixture.

Press half the oat mix in an even layer in the baking tray. Spread the mashed raspberries on top, then spoon the remaining oats on top and smooth with the back of a spoon.

Bake for 12-14 mins or until golden.

Remove from the oven and leave to cool before slicing into 16.