Grandmas Raspberry Bars Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• STEP 3.Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, mix together the raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until well combined.
• STEP 5.Spread the raspberry mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
• STEP 6.Crumble the remaining flour mixture over the raspberry layer.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
• STEP 8.Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
• STEP 9.Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• If using frozen raspberries, make sure to thaw and drain them before using.
• For a variation, you can substitute the raspberries with other berries like strawberries or blackberries.
• Serve the bars with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch.

Storage and Serving

• These raspberry bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To serve, cut the bars into squares and arrange them on a serving platter.
• These bars are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.