Easy Jam Squares

These super-simple, delicious, egg-free jam shortbread crumble squares or bars whip up in 20 minutes from everyday pantry ingredients, with your choice of jam!

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INGREDIENTS

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Line and grease a 9"x9". Preheat oven to 170°C/340°F.

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Cream the butter and sugar.

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Add in the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix to form a soft dough.

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Press ⅔ the dough into the bottom of the tin.

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Spread the jam over the shortbread base.

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Crumble the last of ⅓ dough over the jam. Bake for 35-40 minutes.

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Allow to cool before slicing.

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