Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Raspberry Almond Bars, where rich chocolate meets vibrant raspberry preserves for a dessert that tantalizes the taste buds. These bars are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual family dinners. The nutty crunch of almonds paired with creamy vanilla chips creates an irresistible treat that will leave you coming back for more. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create this delectable dessert that stores well for future enjoyment. Elevate your dessert game with these simple yet elegant Raspberry Almond Bars!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 12 oz. Nestlé Tollhouse premiere vanilla chips (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam or red raspberry preserves
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan and let cool for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in half of the vanilla chips into the cooled butter.
- In a bowl, beat eggs until foamy; add sugar and almond extract, then mix well.
- Combine the butter mixture with the egg mixture; stir gently.
- Mix flour and salt together; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread half of the batter into a greased 9-inch square baking pan and bake at 325°F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Melt raspberry jam over low heat and spread it over the warm crust.
- Stir remaining vanilla chips into the leftover batter; dollop over jam and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
- Bake again for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg