PEACH ALMOND BARS

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From Justine Furman-Olshan in Willow Street, Pennsylvania: "These delicious, crisp and nutty treats have been a favorite with our family for years-and they're so pretty! When my dad retired, he took over all the baking in our home. He'd make these and say, 'Put on a pot of coffee; let's invite company!' What an effortless way to recall what's most important in life: family and friends."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tube (16-1/2 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 jar (18 ounces) peach preserves
1-1/2 cups slivered almonds, divided
4 egg whites
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Let dough stand at room temperature 5-10 minutes to soften. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. , Spread preserves over crust. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup almonds. In a large bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. , Spread meringue evenly over almonds. Sprinkle with remaining almonds. Bake 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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