Raspberry Crumble Slice (Easy Raspberry Jam Crumble Bars)
Treat yourself to the delightful simplicity of a beloved Lithuanian dessert with our easy-to-follow recipe for Raspberry Crumble Bars—a classic raspberry crumble slice that never fails to impress. A perfect blend of tart raspberry jam embraced by a buttery crumbly crust, these delicious raspberry crumble bars make a lovely afternoon snack in Lithuania. With just seven simple ingredients, this beginner-friendly recipe requires no special equipment, making it a quick and satisfying way to elevate your baking prowess.
Equipment
- 24x24cm (10x10in) baking tray
Ingredients
- 420 g (3½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 200 g (1 cup) white granulated sugar
- 200 g (7 oz) butter fridge-cold
- 1 egg large
- 400 g (1¼ cup) raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a 24-24cm (10x10 in) baking tray with baking parchment, so that it covered the base and the sides.
- In a large bowl, mix theflour, baking powder, sugar and salt.
- Add the cubed cold butter to the dry ingredients and rub the butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture resembles sand. Pour in the the beaten egg, and mix well to distribute.
- Tip about ⅔ of the dough mixture into the prepared tin, and spread it out evenly, making sure the dough gets into the edges. Press it all down into the base gently.
- Spread the raspberry jam on top.
- Scatter the remaining crumble on top of the jam.
- Bake it in the centre of the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool the raspberry jam traybake in its tin. Once at room temperature, slice it into bars.