Introducing our delightful Fruit Preserve Bars – a delectable treat that combines the sweetness of apples and the wholesome goodness of oats, creating a dessert masterpiece that is not only quick and easy but is also perfect for serving large groups. These bars, with a prep time of just 25 minutes, make for a scrumptious addition to your dessert repertoire.
🕒 Cook Time: Not specified
🕒 Prep Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of butter
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups of flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 cup of oats
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of extract (your choice)
- 1 cup of fruit preserves (apple recommended)
- 1/4 cup of almonds, sliced
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Begin by creaming together the butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, setting the foundation for the bars’ rich flavor.
- Add in the flour and baking soda, ensuring a thorough mix to create a cohesive and luscious dough. Introduce the extract of your choice, blending it in for an extra layer of aromatic delight.
- Gently stir in the oats, imparting a delightful chewiness and texture to the bars, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Take a moment to preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, allowing it to reach the perfect temperature for baking these scrumptious bars.
- Grease a 13×9 inch pan, providing a welcoming home for the delectable mixture you’ve crafted.
- Spread the prepared dough evenly in the pan, ensuring it covers the entire bottom with a smooth finish.
- Now, for the pièce de résistance – generously spread the fruit preserves over the dough, making sure to leave a 1/2-inch border around the edges, creating a tantalizing fruity center.
- Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top, adding a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the preserves.
- Slide your creation into the preheated oven and let it bake for 22 to 25 minutes, allowing the bars to achieve a perfect golden-brown hue.
- Once baked to perfection, remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool. This step is crucial for achieving the ideal texture and making the bars easy to cut into perfect squares.
- Once cooled, cut the bars into your desired size. With this recipe yielding 20 bars, you’ll have plenty to share and savor.
📝 Notes:
- Get creative with your flavor combinations! Experiment with different extracts, nuts, and preserves to tailor these bars to your personal taste preferences.
- When it comes to oats, feel free to use old-fashioned or quick oats – just avoid instant oats for the best results.
🌟 Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 257.6
- Fat Content: 11g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 24.4mg
- Sodium Content: 112.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 37g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 18.5g
- Protein Content: 3.5g
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, these Fruit Preserve Bars are a surefire way to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Share the love and the recipe – find it at lovewithrecipes.com! 🍏🍯✨
