Description
Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars are an irresistible dessert that encapsulates the essence of summer. With a buttery shortbread crust layered with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a delightful crumbly topping, these bars are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to whip up. Perfect for picnics, gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home, they serve as a versatile addition to any dessert table. Whether you enjoy them plain or dressed up with whipped cream or ice cream, these bars promise to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (9–12 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, flour, sugar, and egg using an electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups for the topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Spread raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved mixture over the jam layer and lightly press it down.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg