Delicious Strawberry Jam Marzipan Bars Recipe

Indulge in these delectable strawberry jam marzipan bars that are a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors. Made with a buttery crust, a layer of rich marzipan, and a generous amount of homemade strawberry jam, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. They are an ideal dessert for special occasions or a delightful treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee. The recipe is simple to follow and guarantees a mouthwatering result. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with these irresistible bars.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 7 ounces marzipan, sliced into thin pieces
• 1 cup strawberry jam

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Transfer two-thirds of the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly to form an even crust.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven.
5. Layer the sliced marzipan evenly over the baked crust, then spread the strawberry jam on top of the marzipan layer.
6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the jam, lightly pressing it down.
7. Bake in the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the jam is bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
9. Serve and enjoy these luscious strawberry jam marzipan bars with a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.

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