How to Make Strawberry Jam Marzipan Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Strawberry Jam Marzipan Bars are a delightful and indulgent dessert that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of strawberry jam with the rich and nutty taste of marzipan. These bars are the perfect treat for any occasion, whether it's a casual afternoon snack or a special dessert for a dinner party. With a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of fruity strawberry jam, and a crumbly marzipan topping, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup strawberry jam
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/3 cup brown sugar together in a bowl; press mixture into a 9-inch square pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Spread strawberry jam to within 1/2 inch of edges of baked crust. Mix 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, and salt in a bowl until crumbly. Sprinkle mixture over jam layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Whisk confectioners' sugar, milk, and 1 teaspoon almond extract together in a bowl until smooth; drizzle over cooled bars.
  • Nutrition

    232 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 33mg