Almond Bars

Indulge in the irresistible simplicity of Almond Bars—tender, buttery shortbread topped with crunchy sliced almonds and finished with a luscious almond glaze. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, sugar, and flour with the rich, nutty flavor of almond extract to create a treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a baking time of 25 minutes, these bars are an ideal choice for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with minimal effort. The golden edges, soft center, and delicate glaze create a perfectly balanced dessert that pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea. Whether served at a holiday gathering, afternoon tea, or as a simple family treat, these Almond Bars are guaranteed to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be thick.

Step 6

Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or your hands.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the dough, gently pressing them into the surface.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.

Step 9

Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Step 10

While the bars are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the warm bars, spreading evenly if necessary.

Step 12

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares or rectangles.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	833.1 grams (833.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3420

Total Fat 137.90g	177%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 437mg	146%
Sodium 1286mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 519.30g	189%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 322.60g
Protein 46.50g	93%

Vitamin D 54IU	270%
Calcium 327mg	25%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 929mg	20%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 59.3%