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Raspberry Crumble Bars with Almond Streusel

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These Raspberry Crumble Bars with Almond Streusel feature a buttery almond shortbread crust, a vibrant layer of raspberry jam, and a golden, nutty crumble topping. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they’re perfect for entertaining or everyday indulgence.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups butter (3 sticks), softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons almond extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup seedless raspberry jam
  • ½ cup butter (1 stick), melted
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • ¾ cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter until smooth. Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Mix in almond extract and egg until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix just until combined.
  5. Press dough evenly into prepared pan using damp or greased hands. Chill for 20 minutes.
  6. Bake the crust for 15–20 minutes, until edges are just turning golden. Remove from oven and reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Stir raspberry jam to loosen, then spread evenly over baked crust, leaving a ½-inch border.
  8. For the streusel, melt butter in a bowl. Stir in sugar and flour until crumbly. Refrigerate for 5–10 minutes. Add sliced almonds and toss gently.
  9. Sprinkle streusel evenly over jam. Press some pieces together for larger crumbles, if desired.
  10. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until top is light golden brown.
  11. Cool completely in the pan. Slice into 20 bars and serve at room temperature.

Notes

  • Chilling the crust before baking ensures a flaky texture.
  • Use seedless jam for smooth texture, or add fresh berries for more fruitiness.
  • To make cutting easier, let bars cool fully and use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts.
  • Bars can be frozen for up to 3 months with parchment between layers.
  • Top with a glaze of powdered sugar and almond extract for a sweet finish.

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