I wish I would make these bars more often and not just on holidays. They are so good. I love the taste of the apricot preserves, making them just sweet enough. I hope you’ll give them a try.
APRICOT OATMEAL BARS
Crumb layer
1& 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1& 1/4 cups quick cooking oats
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup melted butter
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon vanilla
Combine all ingredients, beat on low speed
til crumbly. (Reserve 1 cup for topping) press remainder
into bottom of 9×13″ greased pan.
Filling & topping
Spread 1 jar (10 oz.) apricot preserves over crumb mixture.
(do not spread to edge of pan). Sprinkle reserved crumbs over
top, add 1/2 cup flaked coconut.
Bake 22 to 27 min. until edges are lightly brown. Cool & cut in bars.
Makes 3 doz.
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