Raspberry Bars

The Crispy Chef

These raspberry bars combine a buttery crust, tangy raspberry filling, and a sweet crumbly topping for the perfect bite. Ready in under an hour, they’re great for dessert, snacks, or even brunch. Simple, versatile, and loved by kids and adults alike.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
Parchment paper
Large bowl
Medium saucepan
Spatula
Oven

Ingredients

Crust and Crumble:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Raspberry Filling:
3 cups fresh or thawed raspberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp cinnamon optional

Instructions

Prep the Pan and Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Make Crust and Crumble
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter with fingers or a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Beat egg with vanilla, then stir into flour mixture until combined. Press 2/3 of this mixture into pan to form an even crust. Set aside remaining mixture.
Prepare Raspberry Filling
In a medium saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring often until thickened (about 5 minutes). Let cool slightly.
Assemble
Spread raspberry filling over crust. Crumble remaining dough over the top.
Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and bubbly. If browning too fast, tent with foil.
Cool
Let bars cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then transfer to fridge to chill for 1.5 hours before slicing.

Notes

Use frozen raspberries if fresh ones aren't available, but be sure to drain excess liquid.

For gluten-free: use almond flour or gluten-free blend.

For vegan version: use vegan butter and flax egg.

Great for freezing: wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months.

Add-ins: chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, or lemon zest for variety.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10g

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