Mocha Almond Bars

Coffee gives this bar a unique flavor while almonds add a crunchy texture.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 36
• Yields: 36 bars

Ingredients

• BAR

• 2 1⁄4 cups flour
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  cup butter, softened
• 1  egg
• 1  teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1  cup  sliced almonds

• GLAZE

• 3⁄4 cup powdered sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  almond extract
• 1 -2  tablespoon milk

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350°.
2. Combine all bar ingredients except almonds in small mixer bowl.
3. Beat at low speed until well mixed, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the almonds.
4. Press dough onto bottom of greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
6. Stir together powdered sugar and almond extract in small bowl.
7. Gradually add enough milk for desired glazing consistency.
8. Drizzle over warm bars.
9. Cut into bars.