Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of these Almond Bars. A perfect combination of almond flavor and sweetness, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Ideal for a quick snack or a delightful dessert!
Ingredients
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For the Bars:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar or sanding sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and almond extract, mix well.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, forming a dough.
- Press into pan: Press dough into the prepared pan. Top with almonds and sugar.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Enhance almond flavor with a drizzle of almond glaze.
- Store bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
