These Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars are the ultimate proof that spectacular desserts don’t require a long ingredient list. With a buttery shortbread crust and a vibrant layer of raspberry jam, they deliver a perfect balance of sweet and tart in every bite. After extensive testing, I’ve found this streamlined method yields bars that are just as delicious as more complex recipes, making them my go-to for effortless entertaining or a simple sweet treat.

Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars

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Author: Dorothy Miller

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg (room temperature)
1 jar seedless raspberry jam (9–12 ounces)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, flour, sugar, and egg using an electric mixer until crumbly. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of this mixture for the topping.
Press the remaining mixture into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish to form the crust.

Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
Crumble the reserved topping over the jam layer, pressing lightly to adhere.
Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown on top.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

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Fabulous Five Ingredient Raspberry Bars Recipe