Introduction:
Indulge in the buttery goodness of these shortbread bars, perfect for any occasion. These bars are easy to make and will surely impress your family and friends with their delicious taste. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the flour, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Press 2/3 of the dough into the prepared baking dish to form the base.
- Spread the raspberry jam over the dough in the baking dish.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the raspberry jam layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely in the dish before cutting into bars.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 230 || Carbohydrates: 25g || Fat: 14g || Protein: 2g || Sugar: 10g || Fiber: 1g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The buttery shortbread base perfectly complements the sweet raspberry jam.
- Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser at events and gatherings.
- The dusting of powdered sugar adds a beautiful finishing touch.
- Can be easily customized with different flavors of jam or preserves.
- A classic dessert that never disappoints!
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the dough, as this can make the shortbread tough.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- Do not overbake the bars, as they can become dry and crumbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- Be careful not to spread the jam too close to the edges to prevent it from overflowing during baking.
- The buttery shortbread base perfectly complements the sweet raspberry jam.
- Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser at events and gatherings.
- The dusting of powdered sugar adds a beautiful finishing touch.
- Can be easily customized with different flavors of jam or preserves.
- A classic dessert that never disappoints!
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the dough, as this can make the shortbread tough.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- Do not overbake the bars, as they can become dry and crumbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- Be careful not to spread the jam too close to the edges to prevent it from overflowing during baking.
- Avoid overmixing the dough, as this can make the shortbread tough.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- Do not overbake the bars, as they can become dry and crumbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- Be careful not to spread the jam too close to the edges to prevent it from overflowing during baking.
