Premier White Brownies

Chef mariajane's Note:

These are a fantastically delicious white chocolate brownie, so good!!

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 16 brownies

• 3 white chocolate baking squares , broken into pieces (6oz)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1⁄8; teaspoon almond extract
• 1⁄3; cup butter , melted and cooled
• ¼ cup almonds , sliced

Directions:

1. Microwave baking squares in medium, microwave-safe bowl on medium-high power for 1 minute; stir. Microwve at additional 10-20 second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in small bowl.
3. Combine sugar, eggs, water and almond extract in large bowl. Add melted baking squares and butter; stir until smooth. Gradually add flour mixture. Pour into greased 9x9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with almonds on top.
4. Bake in preheated 350F for 25-30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.