Easy Jam Bars
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with these Easy Jam Bars—rich, buttery shortbread meets luscious, fruity jam in this incredibly simple yet crowd-pleasing recipe. Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike, these bars come together with just six pantry staples, including creamy unsalted butter, sweet granulated sugar, and your favorite jam flavor. The shortbread crust is topped with a crumbly streusel-like layer for a delightful texture contrast, while the jam provides a burst of vibrant flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour and yielding 12 generous servings, these homemade jam bars are ideal for snacks, teatime treats, or potluck contributions. Plus, they store beautifully, making them an excellent make-ahead dessert option. Whether you’re using classic strawberry or experimenting with apricot or raspberry, these easy jam bars are guaranteed to steal the show.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 300 grams jam (any flavor)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until crumbs form. The dough should hold together when pressed.
Reserve about 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping and press the remaining dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to create the base layer.
Spread the jam evenly over the crust, ensuring it covers the entire surface but avoiding the edges.
Crumble the reserved dough over the jam layer, creating a streusel-like topping.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the jam is bubbling slightly around the edges.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 12 equal squares or rectangles and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.6 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.4 g | 427% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1284 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 493.7 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 453 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
