Pineapple Scotch Bars Recipe

If you are yearning for those mouth-watering bites, then try out these simple and delicious Pineapple Scotch Bars. Filled with the goodness of pineapple and oats, this is a treat for all!
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Summary

Preparation Time25 MinCooking Time40 Min
Ready In1 Hr 5 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageCuisine
CourseMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Crushed pineapple - 1 1/2 cups, lightly drained
 Apricot jam3 Tablespoon
 Sugar1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Cornstarch1 1/2 Tablespoon
 Flour1 1/2 Cup (16 tbs), sifted
 Soda1/2 Teaspoon
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Quick-cooking oats - 11/2 cups
 Brown sugar1 Cup (16 tbs), firmly packed
 Shortening3/4 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

MAKING
1) In the saucepan, combine the pineapple and jam.
2) Blend together sugar and cornstarch and stir into the pineapple mix.
3) Gently cook, stirring constantly, till the mix is thick and clear.
4) Refrigerate.
5) In a bowl, sift together the flour, soda, and salt.
6) Add in the oats and brown sugar and mix.
7) Cut in the shortening till the mix resembles the consistency of breadcrumbs.
8) Pat half this mix into a 9-inch-square pan.
9) Add the pineapple filling over and spread evenly.
10) Press the remaining crumb mix over the top.
11) Place in the oven at 375° F and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

SERVING
12) Serve as a healthy snack.
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