Fruity Chocolate-Oat Bars
Description
Almonds and honey-buttered oats top a layer of fruit preserves and chocolate chips spread over a simple crust to create these snackable dessert bars.
Ingredients
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup butter
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1/3 cup white sugar
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3/4 cup fruit preserves
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1/2 cup chocolate chips
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tablespoons butter
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3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
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1/3 cup sliced almonds
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square pan.
2
Mix flour, 1/2 cup butter, and sugar together until combined. Spread over the bottom of the prepared pan.
3
Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
4
Mix preserves and chocolate chips in a bowl.
5
Combine honey and 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until melted. Stir in oats and almonds.
6
Spread preserve mixture on top of the partially baked crust, then top with the oat mixture. Bake until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars.