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Almond Croissant Cookie Bars

Almond Croissant Cookie Bars: Buttery Bliss in Every Bite

Almond Croissant Cookie Bars are a delicious combination of rich flavors and textures, capturing the essence of the classic almond croissant in an easy-to-handle form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 52 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 1 cup butter Softened, preferably unsalted
  • 1/2 cup superfine white sugar Can substitute with regular white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Frangipane (Almond Cream)
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs Must be at room temperature
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
For Assembly
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds Can use chopped nuts for variation
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar For topping

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened butter and superfine white sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour and salt in a separate bowl, then fold into the butter mixture. Press about 2/3 of the dough into the prepared pan and chill for 15 minutes.
  4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until golden. Allow it to cool slightly.
  5. For the frangipane, cream softened butter, sugar, almond extract, and vanilla until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then fold in almond flour and all-purpose flour.
  6. Spread the frangipane over the crust, crumble reserved dough on top, and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
  7. Bake for 35-37 minutes or until golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Almond Croissant Cookie Bars will surely become a cherished favorite in your home! Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for longer enjoyment.

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