Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Almond Raspberry Bars, a vibrant dessert that beautifully marries the nutty flavor of almonds with the tartness of raspberries. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them a go-to recipe for bakers of all skill levels. With a buttery crust, luscious raspberry filling, and crunchy almond topping, each bite offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a casual afternoon treat, these bars are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled)
- 2 cups raspberry preserves
- 1/4 cup fruit juice (or broth)
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 7 ounces almond paste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the crust, combine flour, powdered sugar, and chilled butter in a food processor; pulse until crumbly. Press the mixture into a greased glass pan and bake for 20 minutes.
- Mix raspberry preserves with fruit juice in a bowl and spread over the baked crust.
- For the topping, combine flour, sugar, almond paste, and butter in the food processor; pulse until crumbly. Sprinkle it over the raspberry filling and add sliced almonds on top.
- Bake for another 40 minutes until golden brown on top. Allow cooling completely before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg