Raspberry Almond Crumb Bars

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. 2 In a large bowl, mix together the flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3 Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4 Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture into the prepared pan.
5. 5 In a small bowl, toss the raspberries with 2 tablespoons flour and sugar. Spread evenly over the crust.
6. 6 Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the raspberries.
7. 7 Bake for 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
8. 8 Cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.

Equipment

• 9x9 inch baking pan
• parchment paper
• mixing bowls
• baking sheet (optional)

Variations

• Swap almonds for pecans and use blackberries for a different flavor profile.
• Add a drizzle of melted chocolate over the cooled bars for extra indulgence.

Substitutions

• If almond flour isn't available, use another 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
• Substitute almond extract with vanilla extract if preferred.

Pairings

• Serve alongside a berry compote for added fruitiness.
• Great with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition

Tips

• For even easier cleanup, bake the bars directly on the parchment paper.
• If fresh raspberries are out of season, frozen ones work well—no need to thaw.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave for a few seconds if desired.

Freezing: Freeze wrapped bars in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
• Pair with a cup of coffee or tea for an afternoon pick-me-up.

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