CREAMY ALMOND BARS

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Yummy! These bars are little slices of pure delight. We can't wait to make them again... and maybe even try experimenting with lemon or orange flavors in place of the almond!

Provided by Heather Sturdivan

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST
2 c flour
1 c butter, softened
1/2 c powdered sugar
FILLING
8 oz regular cream cheese, softened
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp almond extract
FROSTING
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
1/2 c butter, softened
1 1/2 Tbsp milk
1 tsp almond extract
sliced almonds

Steps:

  • 1. Mix and press crust ingredients into a greased 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and sugar for the filling with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the rest of the filling ingredients and beat until just mixed. Pour filling mixture over crust and bake for another 15 minutes.
  • 3. Combine all frosting ingredients with a mixer. Frost bars when they are cool and top with sliced almonds, if desired. Cut into 24 squares and serve immediately or serve chilled. Store in refrigerator.
  • 4. *These bars freeze very well!

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