RASPBERRY SQUARES

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I love raspberry and almonds together! I adapted this recipe from one I found on America's Test Kitchen. Toasting the nuts adds great flavor so don't skip this step. This recipe is easily doubled and would then be made in a 15" jelly roll pan.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups oats
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup toasted almond, finely chopped (pecans or walnuts are good too)
12 tablespoons butter, cut into 12 pieces and softened but still cool
1 cup raspberry preserves (or what ever flavor strikes your fancy, SEE NOTE)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees, spray a 9x13" pan with nonstick cooking spray, you may also line the pan with foil with extra hanging over for easier removal, spray foil.
  • In mixer bowl, mix flour, oats, sugars, extract, baking soda, salt, and nuts at low speed until combined, about 30 seconds. With mixer running at low speed, add butter pieces; continue to beat until mixture is well-blended and resembles wet sand, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer 2/3 of mixture to prepared pan and use hands to press crumbs evenly into bottom, bake until starting to brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Using rubber spatula spread preserves evenly over hot bottom crust; sprinkle remaining oat/nut mixture evenly over preserves; bake until preserves bubble around edges and top is golden brown, about 30 minutes, turn pan halfway through baking time.
  • Cool on wire rack then remove from pan using foil handles, cut into squares.
  • NOTE:.
  • After reading the first reviews for this, I realized the jam I used is lower sugar than many jams (9 gms per TBLS) It would be worth it to find a type that isn't overly sweet or try adding a little lemon juice to cut the sweetness.

Wenky Dinky
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These raspberry squares are the perfect way to use up a glut of raspberries.


KAY FF
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I'm not a huge fan of raspberries, but I loved these squares. The raspberry flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Henry Jonathan
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These raspberry squares are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can handle them.


Muzam vilger boy
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I'm going to try making these raspberry squares with different berries, like strawberries or blackberries.


moajjam khan
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These raspberry squares are the perfect make-ahead dessert. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Gomotsegang Loate
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my raspberry squares turned out dry and crumbly.


sheena gates
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These raspberry squares are the perfect addition to any brunch or tea party.


Toxic Foxy
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I'm allergic to raspberries, but I was still able to enjoy these squares by substituting blueberries.


Sajedul iIslam
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These raspberry squares were a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.


Duhandre Barnard
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I'm not a big fan of raspberries, but I still enjoyed these squares. The shortbread crust is amazing!


Judyann Fuentes
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These raspberry squares are a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


natalie warraich
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I love that this recipe uses fresh raspberries. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the squares.


Muhammad Arslan Khan
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These raspberry squares are the perfect summer treat. They're light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness.


Parkash Kumar
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I've made these raspberry squares several times now and they always turn out perfectly. The recipe is easy to follow and the squares are always delicious.


Rebecca Mcguire
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These raspberry squares were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.


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