Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze
A crunchy almond crust layered with a tart raspberry filling, finished with a sweet honey glaze for a modern twist on classic bars. This mediterranean-inspired desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers almond flour, (1 stick) unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups (frozen, thawed and drained) raspberries
- 1/2 cup (for garnish) fresh raspberries
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups almond flour, 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted), and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until crumbly. Press half the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, creating a crust.
- Step 2: In a blender, puree 1 1/2 cups raspberries with 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/3 cup honey until smooth. Pour the raspberry mixture over the crust, then top with the remaining almond flour mixture to form a crumbly layer.
- Step 3: Bake for 25 minutes until golden and set. Let cool completely, then drizzle with additional honey glaze made by whisking 1/3 cup honey with 1 tbsp water. Chill for 1 hour before slicing into bars. Garnish with fresh raspberries.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Raspberry-Almond Bars with Honey Glaze?
Mediterranean desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
