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Blackberry Breakfast Bars These bars are not only an exceptional way to start the day, but they're also great for the fast break - a quick energy snack between all those summer activities. INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries or raspberries 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon lemon juice ∏ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup quick cooking rolled oats 2/3 cup packed brown sugar π teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon baking soda ∏ cup margarine or butter melted DIRECTIONS For filling, in a medium saucepan combine berries, sugar, water, lemon juice and ∏ teaspoon cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for about 8 minutes or till slightly thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. In a mixing bowl stir together flour, oats, brown sugar, π teaspoon cinnamon, and baking soda. Stir in melted margarine or butter till thoroughly combined. Set aside 1 cup of the oat mixture for topping. Press remaining oat mixture into an ungreased 9x9x2-inch pan. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Carefully spread filling on top of baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Lightly press oat mixture into filling. Bake in the 350-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes more or till topping is set. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Makes 18 | |||||||
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