ALMOND SQUARES II

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A cookie for almond lovers!

Provided by Robin J.

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ cup almond paste
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ ounces sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg yolk (reserve egg white), almond paste, and flavoring; beat until well blended. Stir in flour.
  • Spread mixture in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Beat egg white (at room temperature) until foamy; brush over entire surface of dough, and sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool thoroughly, and cut into 2 inch squares. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 56.2 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 116.1 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

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