Description
Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines a buttery shortbread crust with sweet raspberry jam, topped with a crumbly layer for an irresistible treat. Perfect for any occasion—from summer picnics to birthday celebrations—these bars not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress your guests with their beautiful presentation. With just five key ingredients, you can whip up these delicious raspberry bars in no time, making them a go-to recipe for busy bakers. Customize them by using your favorite fruit preserves, and enjoy the delicious flavors that will make any gathering even more special.
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 (9–12 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine butter, flour, sugar, and egg using an electric mixer until crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the mixture.
- Press the remaining mixture firmly into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Spread the entire jar of raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved mixture on top of the jam layer and press lightly.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg