Five Ingredient Raspberry Shortbread Bars Recipe
These Five Ingredient Raspberry Shortbread Bars combine a buttery, crumbly shortbread base with a sweet and tangy raspberry jam layer, topped with a crisp shortbread crumble. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for a quick treat or sharing at gatherings, requiring minimal ingredients and simple preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shortbread Dough
- 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
Filling
- 1 cup Raspberry jam (preserves)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars later.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients form a crumbly dough texture.
- Press the Dough: Take about two-thirds of the crumbly dough and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, making sure it is packed tightly to form a solid base layer.
- Add Raspberries: Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the pressed shortbread dough, ensuring a generous and consistent layer across the entire surface.
- Crumble the Remaining Dough: Take the remaining one-third of the dough mixture and crumble it evenly over the raspberry jam layer to create a crunchy topping.
- Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crumbled topping is golden brown and the shortbread is cooked through.
- Cool and Cut: Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then lift the entire block out using the parchment overhang and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cut into approximately 12 bars.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Use seedless raspberry jam or preserves for a smoother texture.
- Pressing the dough firmly will help achieve a sturdier bar that holds together well.
- Cooling completely before cutting prevents the bars from crumbling.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
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