Apricot Oat Bars (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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1 cup apricot preserves
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1 1/4 cups rolled oats
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, let it get soft
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1/2 cup brown sugar, pack it in
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
# Steps to Follow:
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Let these cool off in the pan all the way. After that, just cut into 9 and dig in.
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Sprinkle the rest of the oat mixture over that gooey layer of apricot. Pop it in the oven until the top looks golden and you see some bubbling. Usually 30 to 35 minutes does it.
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Drop the apricot preserves on top of your pressed crust. Don't go all the way to the sides—leave a little space. Spread it as even as you can.
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From the oat mix, scoop out about 2 cups and press it nice and firm into your baking dish so you get a good base.
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Toss the butter, flour, oats, baking soda, and brown sugar in a bowl. Use a fork, your hands, or even a pastry cutter to get it crumbly.
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Stick your oven at 350°F (177°C). Cover the bottom and sides of an 8x8 or 9x9 pan with a good spray so stuff won't stick.
# Additional Tips:
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Wait till these are all the way cool if you're after solid bars. You can swap in any favorite fruit jam if you want to shake things up.