Jelly-Filled Shortbread Bars

Jelly-Filled Shortbread Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These bars are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests. The recipe for Jelly-Filled Shortbread Bars is simple and requires only a few ingredients.

To make Jelly-Filled Shortbread Bars, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup jelly or jam (any flavor)

To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the flour and salt, and mix until a dough forms.
Press half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan, making sure to spread it evenly. Spread the jelly or jam over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Crumble the remaining dough over the top of the jelly, making sure to cover it completely.
Bake the bars for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Jelly-Filled Shortbread Bars are a perfect combination of sweet and buttery flavors. The shortbread crust is tender and crumbly, while the jelly filling adds a burst of fruity flavor. These bars are perfect for a quick and easy dessert, or for a special occasion.
Type: Dessert Bars

Ingredients:

- Butter
- Sugar
- Flour

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to soften the butter before mixing it with the sugar.
- Use any flavor of jelly or jam that you prefer.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Appearance:

- Golden brown shortbread crust
- Fruity jelly filling
- Crumbly and tender texture

Taste:

- Sweet and buttery flavor
- Burst of fruity flavor from the jelly filling
- Perfect combination of flavors