Description
Delicious and chewy almond bars made with a buttery base and topped with a rich almond glaze, perfect for snacks or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the batter.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the bars are baking, make the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth.
- Once bars are done and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a crispier top, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking while watching carefully.
- To enhance almond flavor, toast sliced almonds before adding on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg