Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of tart raspberries, rich dark chocolate, and a buttery, crumbly streusel with these Dark Chocolate Raspberry Crumble Bars. These layered dessert bars are easy to make, stunning to serve, and a sure hit for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Buttery Base:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Berry-Chocolate Layer:
- 1 cup seedless raspberry jam
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
For the Streusel Topping:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix flour and sugar in a bowl for the base. Add melted butter and combine until crumbly.
- Press mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly golden. Cool completely.
- Add the Berry-Chocolate Layer:
- Spread raspberry jam evenly over the cooled crust.
- Sprinkle fresh raspberries and dark chocolate chips over the jam.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Sprinkle streusel topping evenly over the berry-chocolate layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and chocolate is slightly melted.
Notes
- For clean, precise cuts, chill the bars in the refrigerator before slicing.
- Swap raspberry jam for strawberry or blackberry for a unique twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American