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Soft Raspberry Almond Bars: Easy 15-Minute Dessert


  • Author: Isabel
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

These soft raspberry almond bars are ready in 15 minutes of prep. A 5-ingredient one-pan dessert with a buttery crust, tart filling, and crumbly topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups super-fine almond flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam or preserves
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, and grease lightly.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups almond flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add 1/2 cup softened butter and mix until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of raspberry jam over the crust and spread into an even layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. In the same bowl, combine remaining 1/4 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Add 1/4 cup softened butter and mix until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the jam layer. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown and topping is set.
  8. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out and slicing into 12 bars.

Notes

Use super-fine almond flour, not almond meal, for a tender texture. Ensure the crust is pressed firmly into the pan. Cool completely before slicing to prevent breaking. Bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4

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