Raspberry Crumble Bars

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Raspberry Crumble Bars are a delightful combination of sweet, tangy raspberry filling and buttery crumble topping. Here’s a delicious recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the Raspberry Filling:

  • 2 cups fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

For the Crumble Base and Topping:

  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. Make the Raspberry Filling:
  • In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the raspberries break down slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  1. Prepare the Crumble Base and Topping:
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg with the vanilla extract. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until combined and a dough forms.
  1. Assemble the Bars:
  • Press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating an even layer.
  • Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the crumb base.
  1. Add the Topping:
  • Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the raspberry filling, covering it completely.
  1. Bake:
  • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  1. Cool and Serve:
  • Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
  • Cut into squares or bars and serve. Enjoy your delicious Raspberry Crumble Bars!

These bars are perfect for dessert, a sweet snack, or even a brunch treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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