Almond Croissant Cookie Bars
Inspired by the classic buttery and flaky almond croissant, these cookie bars bring the luxurious almond flavor and unique texture into a delightful and easy-to-make dessert. Perfect for a tea party or a decadent treat to savor with your coffee, these bars offer a modern twist on a French patisserie favorite. Their balance of crispiness and softness will enhance any dessert table.
Equipment
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Bars:
- 1 cup butter unsalted, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
For the Almond Topping:
- ½ cup sliced almonds toasted
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer, about 3 minutes.
- Add 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of almond extract; beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fold in 1 cup of blanched almond flour until fully integrated.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and sprinkle 1/2 cup of toasted sliced almonds evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar before slicing into bars.
Notes
Lori’s Tips:
- To enhance almond flavor, you can add a tablespoon of Amaretto liqueur to the batter.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
- For a holiday touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled bars.
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 147mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 518IUCalcium: 62mgIron: 2mg
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