WHOLE-WHEAT BARS WITH RASPBERRY JAM

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These soft bars filled with raspberry jam are more virtuous than many coffee-break treats. Applesauce gives the cookies a cakelike texture; whole-wheat flour and wheat bran add wholesome notes. Lemon zest balances the sweetness of the berry jam.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/4 cup wheat bran
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1/4 cup smooth unsweetened applesauce
1 cup raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Whisk together flours, bran, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl; set aside. Put brown sugar and zest in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until combined. Beat in butter until fluffy. Beat in egg until pale and smooth. Reduce speed to low. Mix in the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the applesauce. Divide dough in half; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out 1 piece of dough between 2 lightly floured sheets of parchment to a 9 1/2-by-11 1/2-inch rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick. If dough becomes too soft, refrigerate until firm. Remove top piece of parchment. Trim dough 1/2 inch on all sides. Transfer rectangle on parchment to a baking sheet.
  • Cut rectangle in half lengthwise. Spread 1/4 cup jam down half of each length, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Fold dough over; pinch to seal. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes. Repeat with remaining chilled dough and jam.
  • Cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch-wide bars, but do not separate until after baking. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Let cool on sheet on a wire rack. Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Suleman Sonu
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I love that these bars are made with whole wheat flour. It makes them a healthier option than other dessert bars.


Rock Maina
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover raspberry jam. They're also a healthier snack option than most other desserts.


Osas Bright iyamu
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even the people who don't usually like whole wheat desserts.


Shazi Shooter
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Diana reynoso
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I followed the recipe exactly and my bars turned out perfect. They're so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.


Vaughn Young
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These bars were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a little bit of milk or yogurt to the batter next time.


Jamie Lawler
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I'm not a big fan of raspberry jam, but I still enjoyed these bars. The whole wheat flour and oat crumble topping make them a healthier and more filling snack option.


Kayla Giles
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These bars are the perfect combination of tart and sweet. The raspberry jam filling is delicious and the oat crumble topping adds a nice crunch.


Umair king Umair king
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I love that these bars are made with whole wheat flour. It makes them a healthier option than other dessert bars.


poto wire
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These bars are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.


RAR RAjU AHAMMED RAj
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even the people who don't usually like whole wheat desserts.


River Bridges
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover raspberry jam. They're also a healthier snack option than most other desserts.


Aliraza
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I'm not usually a fan of whole wheat desserts, but these bars were surprisingly good. The raspberry jam filling is tart and tangy, and the oat crumble topping adds a nice crunchy texture.


Linford Ochieng
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These bars were super easy to make and turned out great! I used my favorite brand of raspberry jam and they were perfect.


Bikram Pandey
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I love the combination of whole wheat flour and raspberry jam in these bars. They're a healthier alternative to traditional dessert bars, but they're still just as delicious.


Mulindwa Jackie
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These whole wheat bars were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and the raspberry jam filling is delicious. I'll definitely be making these again.