Delicious Raspberry Bars with a Buttery Shortbread Twist

These Raspberry Bars are a quick and delightful dessert featuring a buttery shortbread base and sweet raspberry jam, perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Cooling Time 20

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Shortbread Crust

1 cup Butter Ensure it’s softened at room temperature for better incorporation.
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately for best results; use the spoon-and-level method.
1/2 cup Sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to the crust's crisp texture; can be swapped for brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
1 large Egg Use a room temperature egg for optimal mixing.

Filling

1 jar Seedless Raspberry Jam Can be substituted with other fruit jams like strawberry or apricot for variety.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
electric mixer
Greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking equipment.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, all-purpose flour, sugar, and one room temperature egg. Use an electric mixer on low speed to blend until crumbly.
Set aside 1½ cups of the crumbly mixture for the topping. Firmly press the remaining mixture into the greased baking dish.
Spread a jar of seedless raspberry jam over the crust evenly.
Crumble the reserved mixture over the raspberry jam.
Bake for 30-40 minutes until the topping turns golden brown.
Let the bars cool completely in the dish before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients and ensure butter and egg are at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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