Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Raspberry Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Bars, a perfect treat for any gathering or afternoon snack. These bars feature a shortbread-like cookie base paired with a luscious raspberry lemon filling that is sure to impress. Suitable for various dietary preferences, these gluten-free and vegan bars are not just tasty but also easy to make. With their bright colors and refreshing taste, they can elevate any dessert table or picnic spread. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with coconut whipped cream, these bars are the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1/3 cup cane sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoons dairy-free butter
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pecans (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup gluten-free old fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup raspberry preserves
- 3/4 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 1/4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, cane sugar, salt, dairy-free butter, and brown sugar until crumbly. Stir in chopped pecans and rolled oats.
- Reserve 1/3 cup of dough for topping and press the rest into the prepared pan.
- Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the base, scatter fresh raspberries on top, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Crumble reserved dough over the filling and bake for about 40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute the raspberries with blueberries or strawberries for a different flavor profile. To make nut-free, replace pecans with sunflower seeds.