SCANDINAVIAN ALMOND BARS

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I love these cookies as the almond gives it a special taste. This recipe was given to me by my Daughter in Law and has been one of my husbands favorites.

Provided by Leila Rockwell

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 c sugar
1/2 c butter ( soft )
1 egg
1/2 tsp almond extract
1-3/4 c flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 Tbsp milk
1/2 c chopped almonds
ICING
1 c powdered sugar
1/4 tsp almond extract
1--2 Tbsp milk

Steps:

  • 1. Turn on oven to 325* Bake 18-20 min.
  • 2. Cream sugar and butter. Beat in egg and extract. Add dry ingredients Mix well
  • 3. Divide dough in half and make two rolls the length of sheet pan 12 W x 17 L ( we call it a 1/2 sheet pan) Flatten each roll to 3 " wide. Pat milk on top and sprinkle on the chopped almonds
  • 4. Bake at 325* 18-20 min or until edges slightly browned. Cool in pan 5 min. Cut diagonally and place each piece on a wire rack.
  • 5. Mix the icing ingredients together and drizzle over the bars. Enjoy

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