Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
24 bars
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars
Description
These Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars start with a classic shortbread dough enriched by cold butter cut into the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, which creates a tender yet slightly crumbly base and topping. The jam layer in the middle provides bright raspberry flavor that balances the richness of the dough.
The almond extract in both the dough and glaze contributes a complementary nutty aroma, enhanced by the sliced almonds sprinkled on top before baking, which toast lightly and add crunch. Baking until golden develops a subtle caramelization on the crust.
Once cooled, a glaze of powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract is drizzled over the bars, adding a smooth sweetness and finishing touch. These bars can be cut into squares for serving at tea, dessert, or as a snack.
Ingredients
For the Bars:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold Land O Lakes® European Style Unsalted Butter cut into small pieces
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup raspberry jam
- 1/2 cup almonds sliced
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter with a pastry blender until butter is mixed in, but you still have small chunks of butter. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Add into the flour and butter mixture and stir to combine. The dough will be crumbly. Pat half of the dough into the prepared pan.
- Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the bottom crust. Crumble the remaining dough over the jam. Sprinkle with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the bars are cooling, make the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract. Drizzle glaze over cooled bars. Cut into squares and serve.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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