Description
Indulge in the delightful comfort of Apricot Oatmeal Bars, a perfect harmony of chewy oats and sweet apricot preserves. These versatile bars are ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or a satisfying dessert. With minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch quickly, making them perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or cozy nights at home. Their simple ingredients and straightforward instructions make this recipe accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy the wholesome goodness and vibrant flavors packed into these delicious treats that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 cup apricot preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, baking soda, rolled oats, and flour until crumbly.
- Press 2 cups of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Spread apricot preserves evenly over the crust, leaving about a 1/4-inch border.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture on top of the preserves.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg