BONKET (DUTCH ALMOND PASTRY)

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This is a recipe I got from a Dutch friend who made this once when we were having coffee. I begged for the recipe and she graciously shared it with me! It's so good! Enjoy!

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24-36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
3/4 cup pure almond paste, cut into very small pieces
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup pecans (or more if desired) or 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (or more if desired)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 pinch salt
water, to thin

Steps:

  • Crust:.
  • Cream butter and sugar; stir in egg and vanilla.
  • Add flour and salt.
  • Press into 9x13" pan.
  • Almond Layer:.
  • Beat eggs with sugar; add butter, almond paste and flavoring.
  • Mix until as smooth as possible. (Almond paste is difficult to break down.).
  • Pour over bottom layer.
  • Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
  • Bake about 25 minutes at 325 until firm and slightly browned.
  • Topping:.
  • Sift sugar and mix in salt.
  • Add just enough water to thin to a pourable consistency.
  • Drizzle topping over bonket while still hot.
  • Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Brighton Mooya
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These pastries were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a less sugary almond filling. The pastry was good, though.


Annastancia Ouma
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I'm not a fan of almond desserts, but I really enjoyed these pastries. The almond filling was subtle and not too sweet, and the pastry was flaky and flavorful. I would definitely make these again.


Rakib Khan R k
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These pastries were amazing! The almond filling was so rich and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.


Lezan Roy
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I was looking for a Dutch almond pastry recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The pastries were delicious. The almond filling was rich and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.


Ysir Khan
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These pastries were a nice treat. The almond filling was sweet and nutty, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I would definitely make these again.


Kristofer Savial
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These pastries were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They're absolutely delicious! The almond filling is rich and flavorful, and the pastry is flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.


jessica luina
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pastries turned out dry and crumbly. The almond filling was also bland. I wouldn't make these again.


Sk Vlog
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These pastries were delicious! The almond filling was moist and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I would definitely make these again.


Zelalem Lema
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These pastries were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a less sugary almond filling. The pastry was good, though.


Jaskarn Khawash
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I've made these pastries several times now and they're always a hit. The almond filling is my favorite part. It's so rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bree Talley
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These pastries were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. The almond filling was rich and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.


Musicologo la Taverna
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I was a bit disappointed with these pastries. The almond filling was bland and the pastry was dry. I wouldn't make these again.


Tamary Kanyanga
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These pastries were easy to make and turned out great. The almond filling was delicious and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I would definitely make these again.


Maurice Stoutmire
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I'm not a huge fan of almond desserts, but I really enjoyed these pastries. The almond filling was subtle and not too sweet, and the pastry was flaky and flavorful. I would definitely make these again.


Horuf Miah
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These pastries were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. The almond filling was amazing, and the pastry was flaky and delicious. I would definitely make these again for a special occasion.


Nathinkerz Abraham
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I've never had a bonket before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're absolutely delicious! The almond filling is sweet and nutty, and the pastry is perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making these again.


Mohsin awan
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These Dutch almond pastries were a delight to make and even better to eat! The almond filling was rich and flavorful, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making these again.