Almond-Cinnamon Bars

Submitted by Boyz 5

"MMMMmmmm!!!! Almonds and Cinnamon in a cookie bar. A nice addition to the festive cookie platter. Bars can be frozen, well wrapped,for up to 2 months."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 25 bars

ingredients

• Base

• 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup softened butter
• 1 egg, separated

• Almond Topping

• 1⁄2 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon

directions

1. Base: In small bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, lemon rind and salt; set aside.
2. In medium bowl using an electric mixer, beat together sugar, butter and egg yolk until fluffy.
3. Gradually beat in flour mixture until well combined.
4. Pat evenly over base of 9-inch square baking pan.
5. Brush evenly with egg white.
6. Almond Topping: In small bowl, combine almonds, sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over base.
7. Bake in 350 degrees oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown.
8. Let cool in pan before cutting into bars.

Reviews

[Debbb]

This is a really nice bar - a little something out of the ordinary! Great flavour - the lemon also plays a starring role. I found them to be nice and moist although one of my guests commented that they were dry - I'm wondering if it was the powdery topping that made it seem dry. My only complaint is that the almonds did not stick at all. But, overall, quick & easy to prepare and delicious!

 

[Eldeevee]

I made these for something different and really enjoyed them. The lemon comes through and brightens the flavour. I'm sure that they will be a hit on my Christmas platter. Thanks for posting this recipe.