Easy Almond Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these delectable Easy Almond Bars—an irresistible treat bursting with nutty flavors and a buttery, tender texture. Perfect for busy bakers, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and features a simple yet elegant combination of sliced almonds, rich almond extract, and a luscious powdered sugar glaze. Each bite blends a perfectly soft cookie-like base with the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds, making these bars ideal for dessert, afternoon tea, or holiday gatherings. Impress your guests with this quick and easy recipe that yields 16 generously glazed squares, perfect for sharing—or savoring all by yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons milk
- 0.25 teaspoon pure almond extract (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and the almond extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands to press it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the dough, gently pressing them down so they stick to the surface.
Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the almond bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the bars are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth.
Once cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the bars. Allow the glaze to set for about 10 minutes.
Cut the almond bars into 16 squares or rectangles and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 116.6 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.0 g | 235% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 1315 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 458.2 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.3 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 903 mg | 19% | |
*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.
