Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup raspberry preserves
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the baked crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the meringue over the raspberry layer, making sure to seal the edges.
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until meringue is golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a stronger raspberry flavor, consider adding more raspberry preserves.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg