NEECIE'S PBJ BARS

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I came up with this recipe when my children were small. It's a healthy snack to pack for lunch or anytime. Even my pickiest eater loves them.

Provided by D. Thibodeau

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking oats
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
½ cup peanut butter
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups any flavor fruit jam
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup quick cooking oats
¼ cup packed brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Beat 1/2 cup butter or margarine until smooth. Add 1/4 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar and beat well. Add egg, milk, peanut butter and vanilla and beat well. Stir in 1 cup flour, 1 cup oats, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
  • Spread in a greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Spread preserves all over top. Sprinkle with crumb topping.
  • To Make Topping: Mix together 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup quick oats, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/8 teaspoon baking soda, and 3 tablespoons softened butter or margarine until crumbly. Sprinkle over the top of the preserves.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 18 - 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 213.1 mg, Sugar 35 g

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