Description
These Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars are an easy-to-make, delicious dessert featuring a buttery crumb crust and a sweet, tangy raspberry jam filling. Perfect for an afternoon treat or a simple dessert, these bars come together quickly with minimal ingredients and bake into a golden, crumbly delight that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
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Crust and Topping
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg (room temperature)
Filling
- 1 jar seedless raspberry jam (9-12 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the bars evenly.
- Mix Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and the egg using an electric mixer. Mix until the mixture turns crumbly and forms a coarse dough. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of this crumbly mixture to use later as the topping.
- Form Crust: Press the remaining dough evenly into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Make sure the base is compacted well to provide a sturdy crust for the bars.
- Spread Jam: Evenly spread the seedless raspberry jam over the pressed crust layer. Distribute the jam carefully for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Add Topping: Crumble the reserved dough over the jam layer, gently pressing it down lightly. This will create a textured, golden topping once baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the crust is fully cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the raspberry bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. This helps the bars to set properly and prevents them from falling apart when sliced.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and egg for easier mixing and better dough texture.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven – check at 30 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Seedless raspberry jam is preferred for smooth texture; however, you can use any other berry jam if desired.
- Grease the baking dish well or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
