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Raspberry Crumble Bars

Decadent Raspberry Crumble Bars for Easy, Guilt-Free Indulgence

Delight in these gluten-free and vegan Raspberry Crumble Bars, combining a buttery base with a tangy filling for a guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour GF Jules flour is a fantastic substitution.
  • 1 cup Cane Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a natural option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Butter Regular butter can be used if not vegan.
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and depth.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Can be replaced with oats for a nut-free version.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Ensure they are gluten-free.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Raspberry Preserves Can be substituted with other berry preserves.
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Frozen can be used; control moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Adjust sweetness if omitted.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix gluten-free all-purpose flour, cane sugar, and salt. Add dairy-free butter to blend until a soft dough forms.
  3. Reserve 1/3 cup of the dough for the crumble topping and press the remaining dough firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. Bake the cookie base for 14-16 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  5. Mix raspberry preserves, fresh raspberries, and lemon juice for the filling.
  6. Combine reserved dough with brown sugar, rolled oats, and chopped pecans until crumbly.
  7. Pour raspberry filling over warm cookie base and sprinkle crumble topping on top.
  8. Bake for an additional 22-25 minutes until filling is bubbling and topping is golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars are perfect for sharing at gatherings and can be customized with different fillings.

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