Chewy Almond Squares
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Chewy Almond Squares, a delightful dessert that brings together buttery richness, a hint of sweetness, and the nutty allure of almonds. Made with a luxurious blend of melted butter, granulated and light brown sugars, and infused with pure vanilla and almond extracts, these squares boast an irresistibly moist and chewy texture. Topped with a crisp layer of sliced almonds, they offer a satisfying crunch in every bite. Perfectly golden and ready in just 40 minutes from prep to plate, this easy-to-make recipe delivers 16 servings of pure almond bliss. Whether you’re looking for a teatime treat, a party-ready dessert, or a comforting homemade snack, these chewy almond squares are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. Store them in an airtight container, and they’ll stay fresh and delicious for up to five days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams light brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons almond extract
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 50 grams sliced almonds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until smooth and combined.
Allow the sugar-butter mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the batter, gently pressing them down into the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake to ensure a chewy texture.
Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, lift the almond squares out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 16 squares.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.8 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.0 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 748 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 773 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 414.5 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 250.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 841 mg | 18% | |
*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.
