Follow these steps for perfect results
brown sugar
lightly packed, firmly packed
butter
eggs
vanilla extract
flour
all-purpose
walnuts
chopped
apricot preserves
Beat together brown sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Stir in flour and chopped walnuts.
Spoon half the batter into a greased 9-inch square pan and spread evenly.
Spread apricot preserves evenly over the batter.
Cover the jam with the remaining batter and spread evenly.
Bake in a preheated 325°F (160°C) oven for 50 minutes.
Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Cut into 32 bars (1 x 2 inches).
Expert advice for the best results
Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting for cleaner edges.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve on a dessert plate, dusted with powdered sugar.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Enhances the sweetness of the dessert.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Classic American dessert.
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