Ingredients for Almond Creme Bars
- 1 ½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 2-4 tablespoons milk
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How to Make Almond Creme Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- **Make the Crust:**
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, and ½ cup powdered sugar.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- **Make the Filling:**
- In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon almond extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour filling over the baked crust.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- **Make the Frosting:**
- In a medium bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, and 2 cups powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add 1 teaspoon almond extract and 2-4 tablespoons milk, mixing until desired consistency is reached.
- Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cream cheese layer.
- Optional: Sprinkle with ½ cup slivered almonds, lightly crushed.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
105g
Fat
66g
Carbs
13g
