Almond Bars Recipe 🍪
Description: Dive into the irresistible blend of almonds and sweetness with these delightful Almond Bars. Perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday indulgence, these bars are sure to become a favorite treat.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Servings: 12
Yield: 24 bars
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 1 3/8 cup | Almond paste |
| 1 3/4 cup | Sugar |
| 1 tsp | Pure vanilla extract |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 2 cups | Unbleached all-purpose flour |
| Sliced almonds, for topping |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 479.3
- Fat Content: 25.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 75.9mg
- Sodium Content: 220.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 58.4g
- Fiber Content: 2.3g
- Sugar Content: 39g
- Protein Content: 6.5g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with foil and grease it with butter to prevent sticking.
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Cream Butter and Almond Paste: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and almond paste until smooth and well combined.
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Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the flour and salt. You may opt to sift them together beforehand, although it’s not necessary. Mix until the dough is thoroughly combined.
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Spread Dough in Pan: Pour the prepared dough into the lined baking pan. Since the dough will be thick, ensure to pat it evenly into the corners of the pan.
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Top with Almonds: Sprinkle sliced almonds over the surface of the dough, gently patting them down to adhere.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown hue.
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Cool and Slice: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the bars from the pan using the foil, and slice them into individual bars.
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Storage: These Almond Bars store well when refrigerated. For longer storage, they can be frozen, making them an excellent make-ahead treat for busy days.
Enjoy the delightful combination of almond flavor and sweetness with these delectable Almond Bars. Whether you’re serving them at a holiday gathering or enjoying them as a sweet snack, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So, go ahead, indulge your taste buds with these irresistible bars!
