Bakewell Slices

Bakewell Slices


Be generous with the raspberry jam, it makes all the difference. As the shortcrust pastry contains a lot of fat and no sugar, there is no need  to line the tin with baking parchment, says Mary

I say: She's right! My first batch was uncooked and had a soggy bottom because i did line my tray. The second batch, not lined, was so much better!   These lovelies are now ready to be frozen for the weekend!


What do we need:


For the shortcrust pastry:

175 gr plain flour
75 gr butter
2-3 tablespoons cold water

For the sponge mixture:

100 gr softened butter
100 gr caster sugar
175 gr self-raising flour
1 level teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

To finish:

about 4 tablespoons raspberry jam
flaked almonds
    for sprinkling.



Note on an orange post-it:
I did not use the almond extract
as not everybody likes it.





                                                           "Enjoy"