Neecie's PBJ Bars Chef John's Recipe

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Neecie's PBJ Bars

"I came up with this recipe when my children were small. It's a healthy snack to pack for lunch or anytime. Even my pickiest eater loves them."

Ingredients :

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups any flavor fruit jam
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick cooking oats
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions :

Prep :	Cook : 12M	Ready in :

Beat 1/2 cup butter or margarine until smooth. Add 1/4 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar and beat well. Add egg, milk, peanut butter and vanilla and beat well. Stir in 1 cup flour, 1 cup oats, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
Spread in a greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Spread preserves all over top. Sprinkle with crumb topping.
To Make Topping: Mix together 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup quick oats, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/8 teaspoon baking soda, and 3 tablespoons softened butter or margarine until crumbly. Sprinkle over the top of the preserves.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 18 - 20 minutes.