Almond Raspberry Bars

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Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and nutty with our Almond Raspberry Bars recipe. Featuring a buttery shortbread base, raspberry filling, and a hint of almond, these bars are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Almond Raspberry Bars are a delightful dessert combining the richness of shortbread with the zesty sweetness of raspberry, making it a perfect treat that’s simple enough for beginners but delicious enough to impress even the seasoned bakers.

What makes these raspberry almond bars such a great dessert?

It’s all in the balance of flavors and textures. The buttery shortbread forms a golden brown base and crumble topping, while the raspberry filling adds a burst of freshness to every bite. A drizzle of sweet glaze and a sprinkle of sliced almonds bring it all together.ย 

closeup of an almond raspberry bar on a table

You may also love our cherry pie bars!

About these Almond Raspberry Bars:

  • Flavor: Rich and buttery shortbread crust and crumb topping with a sweet & tangy raspberry filling. You’ll love the combination of sweet almond flavor and raspberry, which complement each other well.
  • Texture: Crumbly shortbread paired with smooth, gooey fruit pie filling. The sliced almonds on top give a little bit of crunch.
  • Method: This bakes in a square baking pan. Youโ€™ll mix the crust and bake the crust for 12 minutes, then top the bars with filling and bake again. This ensures that the crust gets fully cooked. 

Ingredients

ingredients for raspberry crumble bars on a table

A few notes about the simple ingredients for these easy raspberry bars:

  • Flour. Need gluten free? Replace all-purpose flour with equal measurements of King Arthur All Purpose Gluten Free Flour. Then add an additional 2 tablespoons of melted butter to the dough as well.
  • Pie filling. This recipe features raspberry, but you can use any flavor youโ€™d like. Blueberry, strawberry, cherry and peach are excellent! You can also make your own homemade apple pie filling to use.
  • Almond extract. Almond extract adds to the brightness of the flavor.

How to Make Almond Raspberry Bars

Prepare by preheating the oven to 350ยบF. Line an 8ร—8″ square baking dish with parchment paper. This allows you to easily remove the bars and get nice clean slices.ย 

how to make almond raspberry bars in 4 steps
  • Make the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add in the melted butter, egg, and almond extract. Mix together until you have a crumbly dough. Set aside 1 cup of crust dough. 
  • Bake the buttery crust: Press the remaining shortbread dough into an even layer in the prepared pan. Prick crust all over with a fork. Bake the crust for the first time in the preheated oven for 12 minutes.
  • Assemble the bars and bake: Spread the pie filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crust dough crumbles over the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top. Press down on the toppings with a light hand so that bars stick together well. Bake for an additional 38-40 minutes, or just until the crumble is turning a slight golden color. Let the shortbread bars cool completely to room temperature, approximately 1 hour.
  • Drizzle with glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.

pro tip

Remember, ovens can vary, so keep an eye on your bars as they bake to achieve that perfect color and texture.

overhead view of glazed almond raspberry bars cut into squares

Recipe Variations

One of the joys of baking is making a recipe your own, and these Almond Raspberry Bars are no exception.ย 

  • Consider using fresh raspberries mixed with a bit of sugar and cornstarch instead of the raspberry pie filling for a fresher twist.ย 
  • Use raspberry preserves or seedless raspberry jam for raspberry jam bars.
  • For those who are gluten-sensitive, swap out the all-purpose flour with your favorite gluten-free blend.ย 
  • Almond extract is a key flavor here, but vanilla extract can work in a pinch.ย 
  • If almonds aren’t your nut of choice, try chopped walnuts or pecans for a different crunch.

Serving and Storing

Serve the raspberry pie bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Store leftoversย in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.ย 

These bars freeze beautifully. Just wrap them individually in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe container in the freezer. When you’re ready to enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature for a few hours, and theyโ€™ll taste as fresh as the day you baked them.ย 

a stack of 3 almond raspberry bars with glaze drizzling on top
a stack of 3 almond raspberry bars with glaze drizzling on top

Almond Raspberry Bars

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Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and nutty with our Almond Raspberry Bars recipe. Featuring a buttery shortbread base, raspberry filling, and a hint of almond, these bars are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Servings 16
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes

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Ingredients
 

Crust ingredients:

For the filling:

  • 21 ounces Comstock More Fruit Raspberry Pie Filling

For the topping:

  • ยฝ cup sliced almonds

For the drizzle:

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350ยบF. Line an 8ร—8″ square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add in the melted butter, egg, and almond extract. Mix together until you have a crumbly dough. Set aside 1 cup of crust dough.
  • Press the remaining shortbread dough into an even layer in the prepared pan. Prick crust all over with a fork. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12 minutes.
  • Spread the pie filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crust dough crumbles over the top. Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top. Press down on the toppings with a light hand so that bars stick together well. Bake for an additional 38-40 minutes, or just until the crumble is turning a slight golden color.
  • Let the shortbread bars cool completely to room temperature, approximately 1 hour.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.
  • Lift up on the parchment paper to remove the bars from the pan. Cut into squares and store in an airtight container.

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Notes

  • If you don’t have parchment paper, spray the baking pan with cooking spray before baking the crust.
  • Remember, ovens can vary, so keep an eye on your bars as they bake to achieve that perfect color and texture.
  • To make gluten free: Replace all purpose flour with equal measurements of King Arthur All Purpose Gluten Free Flour, and add an additional 2 tablespoons of melted butter to crust dough.
  • Use Comstock More Fruit Cherry Pie Filling for the most raspberries.
  • I used a glass baking pan. If you use a metal pan, it may take a few minutes less to bake.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
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    The calories shown are based on the bars being cut into 16 pieces, with 1 serving being 1 cherry bar. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**
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Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Calories 338
Keyword crumble bars, easy dessert recipe, fruit bars, raspberry bars

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