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    Almond Raspberry Shortbread Bars

    Published: Nov 19, 2021 · by Elizabeth Waterson · This post may contain affiliate links, which may pay me a small commission for my referral at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting Confessions of a Baking Queen!

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    stack of raspberry almond shortbread bars on a wire rack on a light grey surface

    An easy shortbread crust is topped with a thick layer of delicious raspberry jam then a thick crumbling of almond shortbread on top, these bars are soooo good! Step-by-step photos teach you how to bake this almond raspberry shortbread bar recipe!

    stack of raspberry almond shortbread bars on a wire rack on a light grey surface

    There is something about almonds and raspberries together that I have fallen in love as I've gotten older. As a child I would have turned my nose at a dessert like this raspberry almond shortbread, as an adult I am addicted do eating these slices of heaven.

    The flavors pair so beautifully together, one of the reasons I love my Bakewell tart recipe so much as well!

    This recipe is simple to put together. The crust and topping are made from the same mixture and the filling is a jar of your favorite raspberry jam, so simple!

    close up of raspberry almond shortbread bars after baking

    Lets get to the recipe.

    stack of shortbread almond raspberry bars on a wire rack on top of a blue linen on a light grey surface
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    Ingredients

    • Salted Butter. I like to use salted butter but you could also use unsalted butter and add an additional ¼ teaspoon of salt to the recipe. Whichever butter you use just make sure it is at room temperature so the butter and sugar can evenly incorporate together.
    • Granulated Sugar. Make sure you measure your sugar properly, this is why I prefer to use a scale because it is much more accurate to measure by weight vs volume.

    Baking is a science and to really achieve the best results I highly recommend investing in a kitchen scale. This OXO Kitchen Scale is the one I use and is also the number one recommended kitchen scale by Cook's Illustrated. Think about it -what one person scoops into a "cup" is completely different from what someone else scoops!

    • Large Egg. Most shortbread recipes don't call for an egg but I find adding an egg helps bind the batter a bit stronger to hold the heavy jam. Make sure your egg is at room temperature, you can do this easily by placing the egg in a bowl of warm water for 5-10 minutes before using.
    • Pure Vanilla Extract. Use the real stuff!
    • Pure Almond Extract. Be careful with almond extract, a little goes a long way!
    • All-Purpose Flour/ Plain Flour. Just like the sugar, this is important to measure properly. If you must measure by cups then use a spoon to scoop the flour into the cup then use a knife to level off the cup.
    • Salt. Just a little helps balance out all of the sweetness!
    • Sliced Almonds. I prefer sliced almonds for the look and texture but you could also use slivered almonds.
    • Raspberry Jam. Make sure your jam is at room temperature.
    jar of raspberry preserves on a blue linen on a light grey surface

    Instructions

    Preheat the oven to 350F/180C and line a 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil then spray with non-stick baking spray and set aside. Because you are baking the jam it can get quite sticky so the non-stick spray is necessary!

    sugar and butter in a glass bowl on a light grey surface with a blue linen

    In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large bowl with a handheld electric mixer beat the butter and sugar together for 2-3 minutes, make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is evenly combined. Creaming the butter/sugar mixture should produce a light and fluffy mixture when you are done.

    white kitchen aid hand mixer blending butter and sugar together with a blue linen on a light grey surface

    Mix in the egg and extracts until fully combined.

    egg and extracts added to butter sugar mixture in a glass bowl with a grey spatula on a light grey surface with a blue linen
    wet ingredients for raspberry almond shortbread bars with a blue linen on a light grey surface

    You don't want any trace of egg yolk left behind.

    Now on to the dry ingredients, no chemical leavening agents are needed so just dump the flour in and sprinkle the salt on top. Then mix until just combined, you don't want to overmix.

    handheld mixer mixing in flour and salt to the wet ingredients in a glass bowl next to a blue linen on a light grey surface

    Take ⅔ to ¾ of the shortbread batter and press it into an even layer into the prepared pan. I just use my clean hands to help get it in an even layer.

    shortbread mixture pressed into prepared pan and remaining shortbread in a glass bowl on a light grey surface

    Bake the crust for 10- 12 minutes, just until set and the edges go slightly golden brown.

    While the crust is baking add the almonds to the remaining shortbread and mix to combine. It will clump up more and that is just what you want to crumble on top of the jam later.

    almond shortbread mixture in a glass bowl on a light grey surface

    Once the crust has finished par-baking add the raspberry jam in an even layer, I like to use a cookie scoop to plop the jam down then used an angled spatula to spread it into an even layer. You want to be careful not to spread too aggressively or you can rip the crust up.

    raspberry jam ploped onto shortbread crust and spread into an even layer on a light grey surfacfe

    Crumble the almond/shortbread mixture on top.

    raspberry almond bars before baking on a light grey surface

    Now, bake for an additional 35-40 minutes, the top should be golden brown and the jam should be bubbling.

    Remove pan from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool before slicing. Store leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 4 days.

    I hope you love these almond raspberry shortbread bars as much as we do!

    almond raspberry shortbread bars cut into squares on a light grey surface with a blue linen and knife on a light grey surface

    More raspberry recipes

    My chocolate raspberry cake is a winner at so many parties!

    This recipe for raspberry coulis is brilliant, drizzle it on top of pound cake, cheesecake, and more! And you can freeze the leftovers to use at another time!

    My friend Sam makes the most delicious Raspberry and Cranberry Mimosas, you will love them!

    up close of a hand holding raspberry almond bar on a light grey surface

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    An easy shortbread crust is topped with a thick layer of delicious raspberry jam then a thick crumbling of almond shortbread on top, these bars are soooo good! Step-by-step photos teach you how to bake this almond raspberry shortbread bar recipe!

    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Yield: 16 Bars 1x

    Ingredients

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    • 8oz (1 Cup) Salted Butter, at room temperature
    • 200 grams (1 Cup) Granulated Sugar
    • 1 Large Egg, at room temperature
    • 1 Teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
    • ½ Teaspoon Pure Almond Extract
    • 313 grams (2 ½ Cups) All-Purpose Flour/ Plain Flour
    • ½ Teaspoon Salt
    • 35 grams (½ Cup) Sliced Almonds
    • 13oz Jar of Raspberry Jam, at room temperature

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350F/180C and line a 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil then spray with non-stick baking spray and set aside. 
    2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large bowl with a handheld electric mixer beat the butter and sugar together for 2-3 minutes, make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is evenly combined. The butter/sugar mixture should be light and fluffy when you are done.
    3. Mix in the egg and extracts until fully combined. Mix in the flour and salt until just combined. Take ⅔ t0 ¾ of the shortbread batter and press it into an even layer into the prepared pan. Bake for 10- 12 minutes, just until set, and the edges will be going slightly golden brown.
    4. While the crust is baking add the almonds to the remaining shortbread and mix to combine. 
    5. Once the crust has finished par-baking add the raspberry jam in an even layer, I like to use a cookie scoop to plop the jam down then used an angled spatula to spread it into an even layer. Crumble the almond/shortbread mixture on top.
    6. Bake for an additional 37-42 minutes, the top should be golden brown and the jam should be bubbling. Remove pan from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool before slicing. Store leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 4 days.

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    • Author: Elizabeth Waterson I Confessions of a Baking Queen
    • Prep Time: 10
    • Cook Time: 50
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: almond raspberry jam bars, raspberry jam shortbread bars, raspberry jam bars, berry shortbread bars

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    1. Kathleen Develez says

      January 19, 2022 at 6:00 pm

      Initially doesnt say when to add flour

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      • Elizabeth Waterson says

        January 19, 2022 at 9:32 pm

        Hi Kathleen, thank you for pointing that out to me, that was a mistake. I fixed the recipe card to state to mix it in after the egg and vanilla are mixed in. Please let me know if you have any other questions or if you try the recipe I would love to know what you think! XX Liz

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