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Apple Butter Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Delight in these flavorful oatmeal bars layered with sweet apple butter and crunchy nuts, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon

Butter

  • 1 cup butter (at room temperature, cubed)

Filling

  • 2 cups apple butter

Nuts (optional)

  • 0.75 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9" x 13" pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix oats, flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Work in butter until crumbly. Reserve 2 cups of mixture.
  • Press remaining mixture into pan, spread apple butter over crust, then sprinkle nuts if using. Top with reserved streusel.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden. Cool, then cut into bars and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: apple, bars, Oatmeal