Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars, a quick and easy dessert thatβs perfect for any occasion. With a buttery shortbread crust layered with sweet raspberry jam and a crumbly topping, these bars are not only simple to make but also incredibly satisfying. Ideal for sharing at parties or enjoying on a cozy night in, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort. Plus, itβs versatile enough to allow for variations with different fruit jams! Impress your family and friends with this sweet treat thatβs sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1 jar seedless raspberry jam (9β12 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, flour, sugar, and egg until crumbly. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of this mixture for the topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved topping over the jam layer and press lightly to adhere.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (55g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Experiment with different fruit jams like strawberry or apricot for unique flavor combinations. Ensure you let the bars cool fully before cutting for clean edges.