Grated Shortbread Jam Bars

Servings: 16

Total time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups all purpose flour
½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal® Baking Salt
1 cup raspberry jam
¼ cup chopped pistachios
¼ cup powdered sugar, for dusting

DIRECTIONS

Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Add flour and baking salt and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Press dough into a disc and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight, until chilled.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper sling.
Cut dough in half and, using a box grater, grate half of dough evenly into prepared baking pan.
Spread grated dough into an even layer but do not press down. Gently spread raspberry jam evenly over grated shortbread crust. Grate remaining shortbread dough on top of jam and top with pistachios. Bake until golden-brown, about 35-40 minutes.
Allow bars to cool in pan until set, then remove from baking dish to cool completely.
Dust with powdered sugar and cut into finger-sized rectangles. Serve and enjoy!

Tip: Use your favorite flavor of jam in this recipe!