Description
Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars are a delightful summer treat that combines a buttery shortbread crust with luscious raspberry jam and a sweet crumb topping. These bars are incredibly easy to make, requiring just five simple ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion—from picnics to family gatherings. The vibrant raspberry flavor truly shines through, creating a dessert that everyone will love. Enjoy them as is or elevate your experience with ice cream or fresh berries for a refreshing twist!
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 ounce)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, flour, sugar, and egg using an electric mixer until crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of this mixture for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture firmly into a prepared 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
- Spread the entire jar of seedless raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the reserved mixture over the jam layer and lightly press down.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg