RASPBERRY BARS WITH FRESH RASPBERRIES RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Raspberry Bars with Fresh Raspberries Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-48098

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup butter
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 cups fresh or frozen raspberries

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in eggs and extract. Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 13-inch x 9-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining sugar; add berries and gently toss. Spoon over crust. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake at 375°F for 35 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.