Raspberry Jam Bars (Print Version)

Buttery oatmeal bars with sweet raspberry jam filling and crumble topping. The same mixture is used for both base and top for extra convenience.

# Ingredients:

01 - 125g / 1 stick unsalted butter, melted.
02 - 1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed.
03 - 1 large egg (55-60g / 2 oz).
04 - 1 1/2 cups flour (plain / all-purpose).
05 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (traditional oats).
06 - 1/2 tsp baking powder.
07 - Pinch salt.
08 - 1 cup raspberry jam.

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F. Grease and line 20cm/8" pan with paper overhang.
02 - Mix melted butter with sugar, add egg, then mix in flour, oats, baking powder and salt.
03 - Spread 1 1/2 cups mixture in pan, top with jam, crumble remaining mixture over top.
04 - Bake 30-35 minutes until deep golden.
05 - Cool completely about 2 hours, then lift out using paper and cut into 16 squares.

# Notes:

01 - Use traditional oats, not quick or instant.
02 - Can add 1/2 cup chopped nuts if desired.
03 - Stores 5 days in fridge.
04 - Bring to room temperature before eating.

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