Olde Vienna Bars
Transport your taste buds to the charming streets of Vienna with these irresistible Olde Vienna Bars! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust layered with sweet, seedless raspberry jam, these bars are crowned with a crumbly topping of dough and lightly toasted sliced almonds for the ultimate combination of texture and flavor. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, they offer a perfect balance of rich, fruity, and nutty delights in every bite. Ideal as a dessert or an afternoon tea treat, these easy-to-make bars come together in just over an hour, making them a delightful addition to any occasion. With their stunning layers and old-world charm, Olde Vienna Bars promise to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup seedless raspberry jam
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the bowl and mix on low speed until the dough begins to come together. The dough will be crumbly, but should hold when pressed.
Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create the crust. Reserve the remaining dough for the topping.
Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the crust layer, making sure to leave a small margin around the edges to prevent overflows during baking.
To the reserved dough, crumble it over the jam layer in an even layer. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the jam is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Slice into 16 squares or bars and serve. These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.4 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.1 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 673 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 479.0 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*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.
