Jam Bars – Family Favorite these are a great desert or with morning coffee.
Cookies appear to have their origins in 7th century AD Persia, shortly after the use of sugar became relatively common in the region. They spread to Europe through the Muslim conquest of Spain. By the 14th century, they were common in all levels of society throughout Europe, from royal cuisine to street vendors.
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Jam Bars
Family Favorite these are a great desert or with morning coffee.
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Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 292kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pkg yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Oatmeal
- 1 cup coconut
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
- 1 cup jam (raspberry pictured)
Instructions
- Preheat oven 350 degrees
- Blend all ingredients except jam or preserves
- Save 1 1/2 cups of mixture
- Press remaining mixture into an ungreased 13 x 9 pan
- spread jam over mixture in pan
- spread the remaining mixture (1 1/2 cups) over the jam.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly brown.
- When slightly cooled loosen the edges with knife.
- Cool completely. Cut into 2" bars.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 2.7g | Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 144mg
