Ingredients for Maid Of Honour Squares
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How to Make Maid Of Honour Squares
- **Make the Shortbread Base:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Prick the dough all over with a fork.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Let the base cool completely on a wire rack.
- **Prepare the Almond Filling:** In a separate bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon lemon zest.
- Add 1 cup ground almonds and mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in 1 cup all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt.
- **Assemble and Bake:** Spread ½ cup apricot jam or other desired jam evenly over the cooled shortbread base.
- Pour the almond mixture over the jam, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle generously with ½ cup slivered almonds.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the squares cool completely in the pan before sprinkling with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
22g
Carbs
5g
