* Exported from MasterCook *

Apple Butter Bars

Recipe By :Nitty Gritty Cookbook
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bars Cookies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
3/4 cup margarine
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup wheat germ
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup apple butter
1/2 cup raisins

In a medium bowl, cream margarine and brown sugar.
In a second bowl, stir together flour, wheat germ, rolled oats, cinnamon,
nutmeg and salt. Add to creamed mixture and stir just to combine.
In a greased 9x9 pan, spread the batter.
Cover with a layer of apple butter and sprinkle with raisins.
Top with remaining batter.
Bake in a 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes. Cut into 12 bars.

Variations: peach or pear butter