Norwegian Almond Bars

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Norwegian Almond Bars, a perfect combination of tender almond-infused dough, crunchy sliced almonds, and a sweet almond glaze. This easy-to-make dessert features simple pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour, elevated by the aromatic richness of pure almond extract. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these golden-brown bars are baked to perfection and drizzled with a silky, homemade glaze for a finishing touch. Ideal for holidays, coffee breaks, or a sweet treat any time of year, these Scandinavian-inspired almond bars are as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them as is or pair them with tea or coffee for a truly delightful snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.

Step 3

Add the egg and almond extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two equal portions. On the prepared baking sheet, roll each portion into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide, leaving space between the two logs.

Step 7

Lightly press the sliced almonds onto the surface of each dough log.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.

Step 9

Allow the logs to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then use a sharp knife to cut them diagonally into 1-inch bars while still warm.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until a smooth glaze forms.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled almond bars and let it set for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	834.4 grams (834.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3421

Total Fat 137.70g	177%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 437mg	146%
Sodium 1144mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 520.40g	189%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 321.90g
Protein 46.50g	93%

Vitamin D 54IU	270%
Calcium 327mg	25%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 920mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 59.4%