Raspberry Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F (180C)
2. 2
   In a mixer bowl fitted with paddle attachment, combine oats, flour, brown sugar and baking powder.
3. 3
   Stir on low speed for 30 seconds until blended.
4. 4
   With mixer running, add butter, a few pieces at a time, and mix until crumbly, about 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into prepared baking pan.
6. 6
   Smooth preserves over crumb base.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture.
8. 8
   Bake in preheated oven until light brown and preserves are bubbling, 18 to 24 minutes.
9. 9
   Let cool completely in baking pan before cutting into bars.