Pineapple Almond Bars
Delightfully tropical and irresistibly nutty, these Pineapple Almond Bars are the perfect balance of bright, fruity flavor and rich, buttery goodness. Featuring juicy pineapple chunks and crunchy sliced almonds folded into a tender, golden batter, these bars are a refreshing twist on classic dessert squares. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they come together effortlessly, making them an ideal treat for summer picnics, potlucks, or a sweet indulgence anytime. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, these bars are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Plus, they store well, staying soft and flavorful for days—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 180 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 200 grams pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 80 grams almonds (sliced or chopped)
- 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easier lifting.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the pineapple chunks and sliced almonds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before lifting the bars out using the parchment paper overhang.
Once cooled, slice into 12 bars. Dust with powdered sugar for an optional decorative touch before serving.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.1 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.9 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 1803 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.1 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*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.
