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Quick Crispy Dutch Almond Bars

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These Quick Crispy Dutch Almond Bars combine a crunchy almond topping with a sweet, buttery base for a simple, satisfying treat perfect for anytime snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (90g) sliced almonds, lightly toasted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, beat ¾ cup softened unsalted butter with ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet batter, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan using a spatula.
  7. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup sliced almonds, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Stir until almonds are well coated.
  8. Sprinkle the almond topping evenly over the batter and press lightly to help it stick.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden brown and almonds toasted. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and egg for best texture. Toast almonds beforehand to enhance flavor and prevent sogginess. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep bars tender. Cool bars completely before slicing to maintain crispness. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend or almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil or vegan butter and flaxseed egg.

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