Almond Bar Cookies
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Almond Bar Cookies, a delightful treat that combines buttery richness with the subtle sweetness of almond flavor. Perfectly golden and studded with crunchy sliced almonds, these soft and tender cookie bars are easy to make and come together in just 35 minutes. Flavored with a hint of almond extract and finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, they offer a sophisticated twist on classic cookie recipes. Ideal for holiday gatherings, casual coffee breaks, or quick desserts, these almond cookies are a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. With simple pantry ingredients and effortless preparation, this dessert will quickly become a staple in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the almond extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the cookie dough, gently pressing them into the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve.
Cut the cookies into bars of your desired size and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 238.4 g | 306% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.1 g | 636% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 1807 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 416.3 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 967 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
