GINGERED SESAME-ALMOND SHORTBREAD BARK

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Buttery cookie bars made with sliced almonds and sesame seeds are an unexpected sweet treat. The bark can be made up to three days ahead and stored at room temperature.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more, softened, for brushing pan
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
1 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Brush bottom and sides of a 10-by-15-inch baking pan with softened butter. Line pan with parchment, with a 2-inch overhang on each long side, then brush parchment with more butter. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place flour, ginger, salt, baking powder, and 1/2 cup sugar in a food processor; pulse to combine. Add cold butter and pulse until dough just comes together. Scatter evenly in pan, then press firmly to flatten. Brush dough with egg white to moisten, then scatter with almonds, sesame seeds, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in alternating even layers.
  • Bake until golden, about 35 minutes. Transfer bark on parchment to a cutting board. Immediately cut into 24 pieces (4 strips on short side, 6 on long side), then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely. Bark can be made 3 days ahead and stored at room temperature.

Samie Benchoula
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Gabriel Kwame
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This bark is the perfect make-ahead snack. It's easy to store and it will last for weeks.


Rebecca Pennell
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of chocolate or nuts that you like.


Liam Briggs
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This bark is a great way to use up leftover shortbread cookies.


Paniel Kim
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Kenya Zuniga
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This bark is the perfect gift for any occasion.


Z A Gamer
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I love the way this bark looks. It's so festive and colorful.


Falak Nadeem
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This bark is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Haider Balaj
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I've never had anything like this before. It's so unique and delicious.


Eze Christopher
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This bark is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I love the way the sesame and almond add a bit of crunch.


Nimani Nimani
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I'm not a big fan of shortbread, but this bark was surprisingly good. The ginger and sesame flavors really make it special.


Sri Panchor
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Marwen Jamil
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I made this bark for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids couldn't get enough of it.


ranjoon tushaar
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This bark is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Linda Dean
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I'm so glad I did! The ginger flavor is very subtle and it pairs perfectly with the sesame and almond.


Divel Gaming
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Frank Tree
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the way the ginger and sesame complement each other.


bilal_ bourfiss
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I made this bark for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the crispy texture. I will definitely be making it again.


chris foster
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This gingery sesame almond shortbread bark was a delightful treat! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the ginger adding a subtle warmth and the sesame and almond adding a nutty crunch. The shortbread base was buttery and crumbly, and the ch