Easy Raspberry Bars

Steps

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F.
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   In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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   Add the rolled oats and light brown sugar to the bowl, breaking up any lumps of sugar, then gently stir until combined.
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   Add the room temperature butter and use a pastry blender or fork to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with small butter pieces.
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   Continue working the mixture with your hands until the butter is evenly distributed and the mixture becomes crumbly. When squeezed together, it should hold its shape.
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   Line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with aluminum foil, leaving overhang on the sides, and spray lightly with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
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   Pour two-thirds of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spread evenly, and press down with clean hands to form a flat, even base layer.
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   Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the base, making sure to leave a half-inch border around the edges.
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   Form the remaining oat mixture into large clusters, then break them into smaller crumbles and sprinkle evenly over the jam layer. Gently press without crushing.
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    Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
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    Allow the bars to cool completely, remove the foil, and cut into bars or squares using a serrated knife for clean cuts.
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