Sure! Here’s a detailed recipe for Raspberry Ribbon Bars that you can easily make at home:
Raspberry Ribbon Bars 🍇🍪
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 15 bars
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2/3 cup margarine
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup raspberry jam
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures it’s ready when you need to bake your bars.
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Prepare the base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, margarine, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
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Add dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and baking soda to the mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
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Incorporate oats and nuts: Stir in the quick oats and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Set aside topping: Take 1 cup of the oat mixture and set it aside. This will be used later for the topping.
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Prepare baking pan: Press the remaining oat mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking pan, ensuring it forms an even layer.
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Prepare raspberry filling: In a separate bowl, combine the raisins and raspberry jam. Mix until the raisins are evenly coated with the jam.
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Spread filling: Spread the raisin and jam mixture evenly over the oat base, leaving about 1/2 inch of space from the edges of the pan.
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Add topping: Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the top of the raspberry filling, covering it evenly.
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Press lightly: Gently press down on the topping to ensure it adheres to the filling and forms a cohesive layer.
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Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown on top.
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Cool: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before attempting to cut them. This helps them set and hold their shape.
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Slice into bars: Once cooled, cut the bars into squares or rectangles, depending on your preference.
Enjoy these delicious Raspberry Ribbon Bars as a sweet treat for any occasion! They’re perfect for dessert, snacking, or even as a homemade gift for friends and family. 🎁🍇
