DIAMOND ALMOND BARS

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Making these chewy almond bar cookies has been a tradition in our family for generations. They're especially popular at holidaytime. But be sure to freeze several dozen to enjoy into the New Year. -Liz Green, Tamworth, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
1 large egg, separated
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup blanched sliced almonds
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and extract. Gradually add flour to creamed mixture and mix well., Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Beat egg white until foamy; brush over dough. Top with almonds. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over the top. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Cut into diamond-shaped bars. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.