Decadent Raspberry Almond Delight Bars
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of these Decadent Raspberry Almond Delight Bars, combining luscious raspberry jam with a rich vanilla-almond base. Topped with a sprinkle of sliced almonds, these bars offer a delightful balance of sweetness and nutty crunch. Perfect for the holiday season or any occasion, they will surely impress your family and friends. This recipe is a cherished favorite from the 2002 Taste of Home Annual Recipes cookbook, making it a timeless treat to include in your collection and on your Christmas cookie trays!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (melted)
Vanilla or White Chocolate Chips
10-12 ounces (divided)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
Sugar
1/2 cup (granulated)
Almond Extract
1 teaspoon (none)
All-Purpose Flour
1 cup (sifted)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Seedless Raspberry Jam
1/2 cup (warmed)
Sliced Almonds
1/4 cup (for sprinkling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and add 1 cup of the chocolate or vanilla chips to the melted butter, allowing them to soften without stirring.
3
In a separate mixing bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until well combined.
4
Stir in the butter and chocolate mixture, followed by the almond extract, mixing until smooth.
5
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6
Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7
While the base is baking, gently heat the seedless raspberry jam in a small saucepan over low heat until it becomes pourable.
8
Once the base is baked, remove it from the oven and spread the warm raspberry jam over the top, smoothing it out evenly.
9
Stir the remaining chocolate or vanilla chips into the remaining batter until evenly incorporated. Drop spoonfuls of this batter randomly over the jam layer.
10
Generously sprinkle the sliced almonds on top of the batter.
11
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
12
Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut them into squares or bars to serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Raspberry Almond Delight Bars?
These are dessert bars that feature a vanilla-almond base layered with raspberry jam and topped with sliced almonds.
What size baking pan is required for this recipe?
You should use a 9-inch square baking pan.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F or 165°C.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1/2 cup of butter or margarine.
What kind of chocolate chips can be used?
You can use either vanilla or white chocolate chips.
How many ounces of chocolate chips are needed?
The recipe calls for 10 to 12 ounces of chips.
How are the chocolate chips prepared in the first step?
One cup of the chips is added to melted butter and allowed to soften without stirring.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The 2 eggs should be beaten until they are frothy.
What type of sugar is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
What flavor extract is used in these bars?
One teaspoon of almond extract is used to provide a nutty flavor.
How much flour is needed?
You need 1 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
Is salt included in the recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is whisked with the flour.
How long should the base layer bake initially?
Bake the base for 15 to 20 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
What kind of jam is recommended for the filling?
The recipe specifies 1/2 cup of seedless raspberry jam.
Why should the raspberry jam be heated?
Heating the jam makes it pourable and easier to spread evenly over the baked base.
When do I add the remaining chocolate chips?
The remaining chips are stirred into the remaining batter after the base has been baked.
How is the top batter layer applied?
The remaining batter is dropped in spoonfuls randomly over the jam layer.
What is used as a garnish on top of the bars?
1/4 cup of sliced almonds are sprinkled generously over the top.
What is the final baking time for the bars?
The bars need to bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes.
How do I check if the bars are done?
The bars are done when a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
How should the bars be cooled?
Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack.
Where did this recipe originate?
This recipe is a cherished favorite from the 2002 Taste of Home Annual Recipes cookbook.
Are these bars suitable for the holidays?
Yes, they are described as perfect for the holiday season and Christmas cookie trays.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
Is it okay to overmix the batter?
No, you should fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Should the pan be greased?
Yes, the 9-inch square baking pan should be greased before starting.
Can I use chunky jam?
The recipe suggests seedless raspberry jam for a smoother texture.
What is the description of the flavor profile?
The bars offer a balance of luscious sweetness from the jam and a nutty crunch from the almonds.
How should the bars be served?
Once cooled, they should be cut into squares or bars for serving.
Can I substitute the almond extract?
While almond extract is key to the flavor, you could use vanilla, though it will change the profile of the 'Almond Delight' bars.