Raspberry Bars

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• 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 2/3 cups toasted hazelnuts, chopped in food processor
• 2 cups raspberry preserves (not jelly)

Pre-heat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch x 13-inch inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the salt and flour and mix just to incorporate – do not over-mix. Stir in the nuts and mix until just blended.


Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared pan. Spread with the raspberry preserves, then crumble the remaining dough on top. Bake until top is lightly browned, about 1 hour. Cool completely on a cooling rack and cut into squares.


Makes approximately 20-30 bars

 

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Just wanted to post that these turned out fantastic and everyone that attended the family reunion I took them too raved over them. They were super simple!