CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY NUT BARS

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These bars are a perfect combination of flavors and topped with slivered almonds, a perfect dessert for any occasion. Recipe created by Linda LaPlace of Nokomis, Florida.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 c all purpose flour
1 c granulated sugar
1 c unsalted butter
1 large egg, beaten
1 tsp almond extract
3/4 c raspberry preserves, seedless
2 c semi-sweet chocolate mini morsels
1 c almonds, slivered (chopped)
1 c powdered sugar, sifted
1-2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with foil; grease foil.
  • 2. Combine flour and sugar in large mixer bowl. Cut butter into mixture with pastry blender or two knives until mixture is crumbly. Add egg and almond extract; stir with a fork until moistened (mixture will still be crumbly). Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture. Press remaining mixture in bottom of prepared pan. Spread preserves over crust, leaving 1/2-inch border.
  • 3. Combine reserved crumbs, morsels and almonds in same bowl. Sprinkle chocolate mixture over preserves layer, pressing lightly.
  • 4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until top is golden brown. Cool slightly in pan on wire rack. While still warm, score into 4 dozen bars. Cool completely in pan.
  • 5. Combine powdered sugar and enough milk in small bowl to make drizzling consistency. Drizzle over bars; let stand until set. Cut bars along scored lines.

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