Description
Raspberry Shortbread Bar Cookies with Almond Icing are a delightful dessert that combines a buttery shortbread base with a tangy raspberry layer, all finished off with smooth almond icing. These easy-to-make bars create a beautiful presentation that is perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Each bite offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an instant favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the flour until crumbly.
- Press the dough firmly into the prepared baking dish.
- Evenly distribute fresh raspberries over the shortbread base.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract for icing; drizzle over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg