Oatmeal Jam Bars

Oatmeal jam bars are simple to make using your favorite jam. They are not too sweet and can be enjoyed as a dessert or eaten for breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 (10 oz) jar fruit preserves, any flavor

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 F degrees. Grease 9x13 inch glass baking pan.

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar together until smooth.

In a separate bowl combine flour, oats, salt, and baking powder. Add to the creamed mixture.

Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Spread the jam over the bottom crust. Sprinkle remaining mixture over the jam layer.

Bake at 400 F degrees for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Allow to cool before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

Source: My mother.