Dutch Letter Bars
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Dutch Letter Bars, a dessert that combines the rich almond flavor of traditional Dutch letters with the ease of a classic bar recipe. Perfectly layered with a buttery, tender dough and a sweet almond paste filling, these bars offer a sinfully delicious twist on a beloved treat. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, each bite delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's both decadent and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like almond extract, almond paste, and all-purpose flour, this recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, coffee breaks, or anytime you need a dessert that's both elegant and effortless. Serve these golden, almond-filled delights warm or at room temperature, and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Almond extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 8 ounces Almond paste
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Blend in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the almond extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Batter will be thick.
Divide the batter in half. Press one half of the batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the base layer.
Break the almond paste into small pieces. Spread the almond paste evenly over the base layer. To make this step easier, you can warm the almond paste slightly or roll it out thinner between two sheets of wax paper.
Press the remaining half of the batter over the almond paste layer. You can flatten small portions of batter in your hands and lay them on top if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing into bars. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 49 mg | 1% | |
*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.
