ELEGANT ALMOND BARS

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I got this bar from the Betty Crocker site and a favorite of mine. This is made with a sugar cookie mix and I've made it several times.

Provided by Leila Rockwell

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 2h55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pkg (1# 1.5 oz) betty crocker sugar cookie mix
1/2 c butter or margarine---melted
1/2 tsp almond extract
1 egg
FILLING
1 can(s) (8oz) or 1 package ( 7 oz) almond paste, crumbled into 1/2 " pieces
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c butter or margarine ---melted
2 eggs
1/2 c sliced almonds
TOPPING
2 oz white chocolate baking bar, coarsely chopped ( 1/3 cup )
2 Tbsp shortening
1/4 c sliced almonds

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350*. In large bowl, stir cookie base ingedients until soft dough forms. Spread in ungreased 9x13" pan. Bake 15 to 18 min or until light golden brown.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat almond paste, sugar and 1/4 cup melted butter with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Add 2 eggs: beat until well blended (mixture may be slightly lumpy)
  • 3. Spread almond paste mixture over partially baked base. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup almonds. Bake 15 to 20 min. longer or until filling is set (filling will puff up during baking). Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • 4. In 1-quart heavy saucepan, melt white chocolate and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth. Pour and spread over cooled bars. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup almonds. Let stand about 30 min. or until topping is set. Cut bars. Store covered at room temperature. High Altitude (3500-6500ft)step 1, bake 18-21 Min. step 3, bake 17-22 Min

Gabriella Mccoy
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These almond bars are absolutely delicious! The almond filling is rich and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly flaky.


Juan Guia
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I've made these almond bars several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Konnor Graham
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These almond bars are the perfect combination of sweet and nutty. They're not too heavy, so they're perfect for a light dessert or snack.


Suzanne Jeffries
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I made these almond bars for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky kids.


Ommie Williams
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These almond bars are so delicious, I could eat them every day!


Imane Allaoui
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I've tried many almond bar recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and almond flavor.


Kabeer Ali
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These almond bars are the perfect treat for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


willy de bruin
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these almond bars were to make. They turned out perfectly and they taste amazing.


Marshall Dawyo
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These almond bars are absolutely delicious! The almond filling is rich and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly flaky. I highly recommend them!


R Johnson
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I've made these almond bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and nutty, and they're not too heavy.


sujanah mejari
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These almond bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're delicious, easy to make, and always a hit with everyone who tries them.


Virginia Giles
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I made these almond bars for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Li Na
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These almond bars are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them!


ali tariq
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I've tried many almond bar recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The almond filling is so rich and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly flaky.


Merry Kal
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I made these almond bars for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky kids.


Era Bloodhawk
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These almond bars are the perfect combination of sweet and nutty. They're not too heavy, so they're perfect for a light dessert or snack.


David Osaeapem
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I was a little skeptical about making these almond bars because I'm not a very experienced baker, but they turned out amazing! They were so easy to make and they taste incredible.


Namgisboy360 Alfred
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These almond bars are absolutely delicious! The almond filling is rich and flavorful, and the crust is perfectly flaky.


darlene nester
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I've made these almond bars several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Ahmed Akram
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These almond bars were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.