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Almond Squares II

SUBMITTED BY: Robin J.  PHOTO BY: MARIAM 

"A cookie for almond lovers!"
Almond Squares II Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 10 times with an average star rating of 4.4
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Original recipe yield 2 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup almond paste
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 ounces sliced almonds

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add egg yolk (reserve egg white), almond paste, and flavoring; beat until well blended. Stir in flour.
  3. Spread mixture in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Beat egg white (at room temperature) until foamy; brush over entire surface of dough, and sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool thoroughly, and cut into 2 inch squares. Store in airtight containers.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2008 by Cher 
This recipe was so easy and the end result was a perfectly moist almondy shortbread-like bar. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 13, 2005 by CHIQUITA2 
I made this to use up left over almond paste from another recipe. It was simple and yummy. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 22, 2008 by heidihh1 
These turned out great and were easy to make. They cut into squares nicely. I also used the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2003 by HEATHERFIFE 
This was quick, easy and delicious! Makes a great brunch bar served with hot chocolate or coffee. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2009 by MARIAM 
Wow, these were delicious!! Soooo good and soo easy to make. Love it. The only thing, is that... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2008 by mmeml 
Love almonds! Overall, a good recipe; next time I would leave out the almond extract, and add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2009 by avemaria 
These are very, very good. They kind of remind me of biscotti, but more moist. I recommend... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 9, 2009 by cookin'mama 
I made these with white whole wheat flour and that may be why I found them a little crumbly... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2009 by Gloria Deffenbaugh 
I've made this recipe for years and co-workers request it for pot lucks. It's actually in an... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Almond Squares II

Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 346

  • Total Fat: 21.6g
  • Cholesterol: 58mg
  • Sodium: 116mg
  • Total Carbs: 34.1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.6g
  • Protein: 4.9g

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