Blackberry Almond Oat Squares

Make It Now Cooking Directions

These directions are for cooking this recipe to serve immediately and NOT to freeze for later.

1. In a bowl, flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter.
2. Press 2/3 of the mixture among the bottom of greased 9 x 13 pan.
3. Spread blackberry jam on top.
4. Combine remaining oat mixture and almonds.
5. Sprinkle over the top of the jam and lightly press down.
6. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes until golden brown.
7. Allow to cool, then cut into squares.

Freeze For Later Cooking Directions

These directions help you cook or prepare this meal PRIOR to being frozen for serving later (see Serving Day Directions when you are ready to prepare it to eat).

Why would I want to freeze this?

1. In a bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter.
2. Press 2/3 of the mixture among the bottom of greased 9 x 13 pan.
3. Spread blackberry jam on top.
4. Combine remaining oat mixture and almonds.
5. Sprinkle over the top of the jam and lightly press down.
6. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes until golden brown.
7. Allow to cool.
8. Divide between indicated number of gallon freezer bags. Lay parchment paper between each layer of squares. Label and freeze.

Make From Frozen Serving Day Directions

These directions help you cook or reheat this meal AFTER it's been frozen for when you are ready to eat it.

1. Thaw: Countertop
2. Enjoy at room temperature.