Jammin Almond Bars
Meet your new favorite treat — Jammin Almond Bars, the perfect harmony of buttery indulgence and fruity sweetness! These irresistible bars feature a delicate, crumbly almond-infused crust layered with your favorite fruit jam or preserves and topped with golden, streusel-like crumbles and crunchy sliced almonds. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy dessert is baked to perfection in under 35 minutes, making it ideal for any occasion. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, these bars are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a delightful snack, these almond jam bars are a must-try. Perfect for lovers of fruity desserts and almond-flavored treats, they’re a guaranteed hit every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 g Unsalted butter
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 260 g All-purpose flour
- 60 g Ground almonds (almond flour)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 240 ml Fruit jam or preserves (any flavor)
- 50 g Sliced almonds
- 15 g Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground almonds (almond flour), and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a crumbly dough forms. Reserve 1/2 cup of the dough for the topping.
Press the remaining dough firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
Spread the jam or preserves evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
Crumble the reserved dough over the jam layer, creating a streusel-like topping. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is lightly browned.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Optional: Dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 equal squares or rectangles.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.7 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.6 g | 448% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.4 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 241.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1274 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.
