Best 3 Almond Sweets Recipes

Indulge your sweet cravings with our exquisite collection of almond-based treats! From classic cookies and cakes to innovative bars and puddings, our almond sweets symphony offers a delightful journey for every palate. Savor the rich, nutty flavor of almonds, artfully blended with finest ingredients, to create a symphony of textures and tastes. Discover the timeless charm of almond biscotti, perfect for dunking in your morning coffee or as an afternoon snack. Delight in the decadence of almond chocolate chip cookies, where every bite is a burst of chocolatey goodness. Dive into the moist and fluffy almond pound cake, a classic that never fails to impress. Experience the unique twist of almond orange tea cake, where the citrus tang perfectly complements the nutty sweetness. Treat yourself to the creamy indulgence of almond panna cotta, a dessert that embodies elegance and sophistication. Explore the delightful almond joy bars, a nostalgic combination of coconut and chocolate, coated in a decadent ganache. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, each recipe is designed to guide you effortlessly towards almond sweet perfection. Embark on a culinary adventure and elevate your dessert repertoire with these almond-infused delights.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND BARS

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This Almond Bars recipe is a sweet treat that has a shortbread-like texture and a delicious almond glaze on top! You'll want to make extra and freeze them for later!

Provided by Aimee

Categories Brownies and Bars

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 Tablespoons milk (any variety)
1 cup sliced almonds
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 Tablespoons milk (any variety)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Generously butter (or use baking spray) on a half sheet pan (approximatedly 18"x13"). Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add in eggs and almond extract. Beat until combined. Slowly add in flour mixture. Mixing until well blended.
Press this dough into the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Use your fingers or a pastry roller to smooth the top of the dough.
Using a pastry brush, brush the milk to the top of the dough (you may not need to use all of it). Sprinkle with sliced almonds, pressing them lightly into the dough.
Bake for 20-22 minutes until done. You don't want to brown these bars.
Cool for about 5 minutes, then cut them with a knife into bars. If they are too soft to cut, allow to cool a little bit more. Carefully remove them to a wire rack to continue cooling.
Once cooled, you can make your glaze by whisking the sugar with the almond extract and milk. Drizzle over the bars and allow to set.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 16 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 bar, Sodium 62 milligrams sodium, Sugar 12 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

CANDIED ALMONDS

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This is a favorite with my father. They taste so good warm! Substitute any type of nuts you prefer.

Provided by Darla K

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

½ cup water
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 cups whole almonds

Steps:

Combine the water, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil; add the almonds. Cook and stir the mixture until the liquid evaporates and leaves a syrup-like coating on the almonds. Pour the almonds onto a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. Separate almonds using forks. Allow to cool about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 26.7 g

ALMOND SWEETS

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These Italian-style cookies have a sweet name, but they are not overly sweet. They pair nicely with a cup of coffee for an afternoon pick-me-up. Recipe is from a Better Home and Garden Italian magazine.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 1h

Yield 4 dozen, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cooking oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 -4 teaspoons milk
colored crystal sugar (optional)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease 2 large cookie sheets; set aside.
In large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder and salt; set flour mixture aside.
In large mixing bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, oil, vanilla and almond extract with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined.
Beat in as much of the flour mixture as you can with the mixer.
Using a wooden spoon, stir in remaining flour mixture.
Drop dough by teaspoons 1 inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
Bake about 10 minutes or until golden.
Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool.
Frost with Almond icing.
To make icing, in medium bowl, stir together 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1/4 t almond extract and enough milk to make a smooth, spreadable icing.
If desired, tint icing with food coloring.
If desired, sprinkle lightly with colored sugar or multicolored candies.
Let icing dry.
To store: layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container and cover.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Or freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 3 months; thaw and frost.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips for Making Almond Sweets:

Use blanched almonds: Blanching almonds removes their skins, making them easier to grind and giving them a smoother texture. To blanch almonds, place them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain and rinse them in cold water. The skins should slip off easily.
Grind the almonds finely: The finer the almonds are ground, the smoother the texture of your sweets will be. Use a food processor or blender to grind the almonds until they are a fine powder.
Use a combination of sugar and honey: Sugar provides sweetness and structure, while honey adds moisture and flavor. You can adjust the ratio of sugar to honey depending on your desired sweetness level.
Cook the almond mixture over low heat: This will help to prevent the almonds from burning and will allow the flavors to develop fully.
Let the almond sweets cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Almond sweets are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their nutty flavor and delicate texture, they are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a simple snack or an elegant dessert, there is an almond sweet recipe out there for you. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!