Gluten-Free Almond Bars
Indulge in the nutty, buttery goodness of these Gluten-Free Almond Bars, a delightful treat that combines simple, wholesome ingredients for a perfectly balanced flavor. Made with rich almond meal, sliced almonds, and a touch of almond extract for an aromatic boost, these golden-brown bars are irresistibly tender and satisfying. The recipe is gluten-free, making it a fantastic dessert option for those with dietary restrictions, while the smooth powdered sugar glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, these bars are ideal for weeknight treats, afternoon snacks, or even holiday spreads. Plus, they store beautifully for up to five days—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Almond meal or ground almonds
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the edges for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture and blend until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the almond meal and half of the sliced almonds into the batter using a spatula.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and sprinkle the remaining sliced almonds on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the bars are cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
Once the almond bars are slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the bars to fully cool and set before cutting into 16 squares.
Store the gluten-free almond bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.0 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 562 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*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.
