Reviewed: May 12, 2008

I've made 3 batches of Almond Bars so far, and each one has been perfect. It's a very easy recipe to follow, and it's very flavorful even though it doesn't have a lot of ingredients or complicated steps to follow. For one batch, I sprinkled about a 1/4 cup of almonds on top of the batter before baking, and it was just the perfect touch (even though the recipe is wonderful as is). It's definitely a keeper.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

NORTHWESTGAL

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Renton, Washington, USA

Living In: Maple Valley, Washington, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2008

These are good, but not as good as I was expecting according to the other reviews. They are definitley easy enough. I thought they would be chewier. I made them in an 11x14 so that they taste more like a bar than a cake but they are still kinda cake like. Just good for me, not great.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

SHEILA

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Burlington, Kentucky, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Apr. 17, 2008

These were so addicting. I used 3 tsp. almond extract, next time I will use the 2 1/2 tsp. Put mini chips on top, will skip next time. The simple almond flavor is plenty, with just the sugar dusted on top.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
13 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

bellydancer

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Traverse City, Michigan, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Apr. 7, 2008

really good, followed another reviewers advice and lined a 11x14 pan with tinfoil, greased that with butter instead of a 9x13. i wanted them more bar like than cake like. delicious.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

tgregg

Cooking Level: Intermediate

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2007

Highly addictive! The batter is sooo yummy, my daughter gets upset when I have to pour it in the pan (she is four and has requested this as her birthday cake next year). We have made this many times since I found the recipe. The only thing I change is I put three tsp. of almond extract and then I glaze the bars right after they get out of the oven with a powdered sugar icing. If you like the taste of almond you will love this recipe!!!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

kdemarais

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2007

These were very easy to make. They taste like almond pound cake. If I made them again, I would probably try to cut back on the butter.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

BONF

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Apr. 20, 2007

Absolutely out of this world!! Didn't change a thing. Great flavor. Nice spongy texture. As someone else suggested, sprinkle some slivered almonds on top. Adds to the appearance. Beware, you can't eat just one! Make these to share!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

BONCARNS

Cooking Level: Intermediate

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Mar. 22, 2007

So easy, yet so yummy.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Sohomama

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Feb. 25, 2007

I've made these bars twice and have received compliments on them. I love almonds! I put some sliced almonds on top of the batter and generously sprinkle lots of regular sugar on top, all over! I guess you wouldn't necessarily need to sprinkle powdered sugar on top after baking if you do this.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Avocat

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2007

These are very good a very easy. What I like about this recipe is that it required nothing but ordinary ingredients that I usually always have on hand.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
6 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

3D's Mom

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Rice Lake, Wisconsin, USA

Living In: Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 30, 2006

I thought these would be much better than they are. I followed the recipe to a "T" but still didn't fall in love with them or their texture. They don't have enough almond flavor, and they dry out very quickly even when stored in a tight container. The second time I added 1 tsp almond and 1/2 tsp vanilla, 1 c slivered almonds, and 1/2 C finely chopped candied cherries in an attempt to jazz them up but they weren't any better. These are better on the second or third day, as the flavors seems to develop. But after that, they will be too dry. Just didn't live up to my expectations.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
4 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

kim*designer

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Washington, Pennsylvania, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2006

Really good cookie with a brownie-like texture. The second time I made them, I sprinkled mini semi-sweet chocolate chips over the batter prior to baking. I finished them with powdered sugar just as the recipe indicates. The ones with chips were even better than the basic recipe. I bet you could top these with just about anything and they would taste good!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Lara's Mom

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2006

These bars are extremely easy to make. I made them this Christmas and they were a huge hit! I definitely will make them again.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Rae

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 25, 2006

Mmmm...these are an almond lover's dream! The aroma and taste are wonderful and make a nice addition to any tray of Christmas goodies. Thanks!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

lovetobake

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Grand Forks, North Dakota, USA

Living In: Traer, Iowa, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2006

This was awesome. Took them to work and even the one thats always on a diet ate them! So easy and great. Julia that didn't like had to have done something worng. There was nothing to not like

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Sue

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Newton, Iowa, USA

Living In: Spanaway, Washington, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 23, 2006

Very easy to make, little effort required. At first they were so-so, but the more we ate the more we liked them!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

carrie8706

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Meadville, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Kent, Ohio, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2006

Love this! Easy to make, great taste and tons of recipe requests! Excellent!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
4 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

tami

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2006

This is the BEST recipe. Very easy. Brownie-like consistency.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

ROCKINLC

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 15, 2006

I love this recipe! It's great for those last minute needs as I always have the ingredients on hand. People are often surprised by the wonderful almond taste, expecting lemon bars. They're always a hit!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

EAREID

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Ellsworth, Kansas, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2006

I really like this recipe, it was fast and my hubby loved them.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

JO

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Almond Bars

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

Reviewer:

My Recipe Box (0)

Something worth saving?

Most Popular Blogs

Recently Viewed Recipes

Top Searches

Email or User Name	Password (forgot?)

Remember me? Join for FREE!