Decadent Berry Bliss Bars
Indulge in these Decadent Berry Bliss Bars, a perfect dessert to delight your friends and family. Made with a rich buttery base, these bars are layered with luscious Northwest Triple Berry Preserves and finished with crunchy toasted nuts. Easy to prepare and irresistible, they make for a great addition to any gathering. Whether served at parties, as a picnic treat, or simply for an afternoon snack, these bars are sure to brighten your day with their vibrant flavors and delightful textures. Share a plateful, and watch them disappear!
32
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
as needed (for greasing the baking pan)
butter
1 cup (softened)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
egg yolks
2 large (beaten)
Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
2 cups (sifted)
chopped walnuts or pecans
2/3 cup (toasted if desired)
Smucker's® Orchard's Finest® Northwest Triple Berry Preserves
1/2 cup (for layering)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan liberally with Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the beaten egg yolks and mix until well combined. Slowly add the sifted flour, mixing until just incorporated. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
4
Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Carefully layer the Northwest Triple Berry Preserves over the batter, spreading it out uniformly.
5
Dollop the remaining batter over the preserves using a spoon, ensuring it's distributed evenly but not completely covering the preserves.
6
Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into 2x1-inch bars and serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Berry Bliss Bars?
Decadent Berry Bliss Bars are a dessert treat featuring a buttery base, a layer of berry preserves, and a crunchy nut topping.
How many bars does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 32 bars when cut into 2x1-inch pieces.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius).
What size baking pan is required?
An 8x8-inch baking pan is recommended for this recipe.
What type of preserves should I use?
The recipe calls for Smucker's Orchard's Finest Northwest Triple Berry Preserves.
Can I use a different type of nut?
Yes, you can use either chopped walnuts or pecans based on your preference.
Do I need to use whole eggs?
No, this recipe specifically requires 2 large beaten egg yolks.
What is the first step in making the batter?
The first step is to beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the sugar until fluffy.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the pan liberally with Crisco Original No-Stick Cooking Spray.
How do I layer the ingredients in the pan?
Spread half the batter in the pan, layer the preserves on top, and then dollop the remaining batter over the preserves.
Should the top layer of batter completely cover the preserves?
No, the remaining batter should be dolloped evenly but not completely covering the preserve layer.
How long do the bars need to bake?
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
How do I check if the bars are done?
The bars are done when the top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Do I need to sift the flour?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 2 cups of sifted Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour.
Can I cut the bars immediately after baking?
No, you should allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting.
What size should I cut the bars?
The suggested size for these bars is 2x1 inches.
Is this recipe suitable for picnics?
Yes, these bars are a great treat for picnics, parties, or afternoon snacks.
Can I use different berry preserves?
While the recipe calls for Triple Berry, you can substitute with other berry preserves if desired.
Should the nuts be toasted?
Toasting the nuts is optional but recommended for a crunchier texture.
What is the texture of these bars?
They have a rich, buttery base with a luscious fruit center and a crunchy nut finish.
Can I use salted butter?
The recipe calls for butter; if using salted, you may want to omit any additional salt if the recipe were to require it.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients including the cooking spray.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is described as easy to prepare and irresistible.
What brand of flour is suggested?
Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour is suggested.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
Are these bars sweet?
Yes, they are a sweet treat featuring sugar and fruit preserves.
Can I substitute the cooking spray?
You can use butter or shortening to grease the pan if you do not have cooking spray.
Why should the butter be softened?
Softened butter allows for proper aeration when beaten with sugar, resulting in a lighter texture.