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Heat oven to 350 F.

For crumb mixture, in large mixer bowl combine all crumb mixture ingredients. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until mixture is crumbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve 1 1/2 cups crumb mixture. Press remaining crumb mixture on bottom of greased 8-inch square baking pan.

Spread preserves to within 1/2 inch from edge of unbaked crumb mixture. Crumble remaining crumb mixture over preserves. Bake for 42 to 50 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Makes 2 dozen bars

This recipe created by Land O’Lakes.