Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan; set aside.
  3. Combine dry cake mix and oats in large bowl; add melted butter and stir until crumbly.
  4. Measure half of crumb mixture (about 3 cups) into prepared baking pan.
  5. Press firmly to cover bottom.
  6. Combine preserves with water; stir until blended.
  7. Spread over crumb mixture in pan.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture over preserves; pat firmly to make top even.
  9. Bake for 18 to 23 minutes or until top is very light brown.
  10. cool in pan on wire rack; cut into bars.
  11. Store in airtight container at room temperature.