Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars
Indulge in the delightful taste of Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars, a quick and easy dessert that captures the essence of summer. These bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with sweet raspberry jam and a crumbly topping for a satisfying treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a picnic, hosting a birthday party, or simply treating yourself, these bars are sure to impress with their vibrant flavor and simple preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 room temperature egg using an electric mixer until crumbly. Reserve 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 an even crust.
- Spread 1 jar (9-12 ounces) of seedless raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved dough over the jam layer and gently press down to help it adhere.
- Bake for approximately 30-40 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg