Raspberry Oatmeal Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Grease a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan. Combine dry cake mix and oats in a large bowl and add butter. Stir until crumbly.
3. 3
   Measure half of crumb mixture (about 3 cups) into pan. Press firmly to cover bottom.
4. 4
   Combine preserves and water. Stir until blended.
5. 5
   Spread preserves over crumb mixture, then sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over preserves and pat firmly to make top even.
6. 6
   Bake at 375° for 18 to 23 minutes or until top is very light brown.
7. 7
   Cool in pan on rack, then cut into bars.
8. 8
   Store in an airtight container.