Almond Bars
Almond bars are a delightful blend of creamy butter, crunchy almonds, and a hint of cinnamon, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups blanched slivered almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter Softened
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg (separated)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with criss-crossed parchment paper.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F.
Mixing Batter
- Cream the unsalted butter in a stand mixer until it's light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in the sugar and cinnamon, mixing until fully combined.
- Beat in the egg yolk until well incorporated.
- Sift together the all-purpose flour and kosher salt, then add them to the butter mixture and stir until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Final Touches
- Whisk the egg white until frothy and brush it over the top of the dough.
- Sprinkle the slivered almonds generously over the top, pressing down slightly.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown.
Glazing and Cooling
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together the melted butter, water, lemon juice, and confectioner’s sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm almond bars as soon as they come out of the oven.
- Allow the bars to cool for about 20 to 25 minutes in the pan before cutting them into squares.
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Notes
For optimal storage, place bars in an airtight container and consider separating layers with parchment paper. They can last up to a week at room temperature and up to three months in the freezer.