Almond Bars Final

Indulge in the irresistible charm of **Almond Bars**, a buttery, nutty dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. These tender bars start with a base of creamed unsalted butter, sugar, and almond extract, creating a rich and flavorful dough that bakes to perfection in just 20 minutes. Topped with a layer of crunchy sliced almonds and finished with a sweet almond glaze, these bars are a delightful blend of texture and taste. Perfect for snacks, potlucks, or treating yourself, this recipe requires minimal prep (just 15 minutes!) and yields 16 melt-in-your-mouth servings. Whether you’re an almond lover or need a new go-to dessert idea, these glazed almond bars are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons table salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the almond extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan using a spatula.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the dough for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the almond bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before glazing.

Step 10

To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and let it set for 15–20 minutes before cutting into squares or rectangles.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	886.1 grams (886.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3493

Total Fat 143.20g	184%
Saturated Fat 62.00g	310%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 623mg	208%
Sodium 1175mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 522.80g	190%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 321.80g
Protein 52.20g	104%

Vitamin D 93IU	465%
Calcium 355mg	27%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 989mg	21%

*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: 35.9%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 58.3%