Cranberry Oatmeal Bars

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
2. In a large bowl mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the softened butter and stir well.
4.  Spoon three-quarters of the oat mixture into an ungreased 13″x 9″ cake pan. Press down on it firmly everywhere to form a solid layer that  evenly covers the bottom of the pan
5.  Add the cranberry sauce in dollops and spread it in a thin layer over the oat layer. Optional: add dried cranberries
6.  Sprinkle with the remaining oat mixture, breaking it into small 1/4-inch bits as you let it fall.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Note that the topping will not change color but it is still done.
8. Allow to cool in the pan on a wire rack.

SOURCE (OR ADAPTED FROM)

https://cookthestory.com/cranberry-oatmeal-bars-easy-dessert-recipe/

Recipe modified by CHOICES Nutrition Education Program