Print

Chocolate Raspberry Crumb Bars

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chocolate Raspberry Crumb Bars combine rich chocolate, tart raspberry preserves, and a buttery, crunchy crumble topping, making for an indulgent dessert that is sure to impress.

Ingredients

16 tablespoons unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened

½ cup light brown sugar, packed

2 cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (can be toasted)

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)

1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips

½ to ⅔ cup raspberry preserves (seedless, optional)

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or spray with nonstick cooking spray, then line with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture is light and creamy.
  3. Mix in the flour and salt until combined. The dough should be crumbly but hold together.
  4. Set aside about ⅔ cup of the mixture for the crumb topping. Evenly press the remaining dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring the layer is relatively thin.
  5. Bake the crust for 10 minutes or until it just begins to turn golden brown.
  6. Stir the chopped pecans into the reserved crust mixture and set aside to form the crumb topping.
  7. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and bittersweet chocolate chips. Heat the mixture in the microwave on medium heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  8. Pour the chocolate mixture over the hot crust, spreading it evenly with an offset spatula.
  9. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the chocolate layer. Drop teaspoonfuls of raspberry preserves on top of the crumble. (If the preserves are too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon of water to thin them out.)
  10. Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top.
  11. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the bars are set.
  12. Allow the bars to cool completely, then cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can swap pecans for walnuts or omit them entirely if you prefer a nut-free version.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate chips—milk chocolate or white chocolate can be used for a different flavor profile.
  • If raspberry preserves aren’t available, you can use other fruit jams like strawberry, blueberry, or blackberry for a similar effect.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://bitezly.com/chocolate-raspberry-crumb-bars/