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 (for 1 servings):
- 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
PREPARATION:
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.