cream cheese (always raises to the top) almond bar
Cream always rises to the top and why not! A must try! Easy, fun and yummy! Perfect goodie to add to your cookie platter. These Cream Cheese Almond Bars are so good and have many different textures and flavors in one bite! Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bristol Foods or any specialty store, carry the perfect Almonds as well as Almond Extract.
prep time
2 Hr
cook time
20 Min
method
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yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- CRUST
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup butter land of lakes
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- FILLING
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 - eggs
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- FROSTING
- 1 1/2 cups powered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
How To Make cream cheese (always raises to the top) almond bar
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Step 1CRUST DIRECTIONS: Mix and press crust ingredients into a greased 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
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Step 2FILLING DIRECTIONS: A: Beat cream cheese and sugar for the filling in a processor or mixer.
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Step 3B: Add the rest of the filling ingredients and beat until just mixed.
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Step 4C: Pour filling mixture over crust and bake for another 15 minutes.
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Step 5FROSTING DIRECTIONS: A: Combine all frosting ingredients; powered sugar, butter, milk and almond extract with a mixer. B: Frost bars when they are cool and top with sliced almonds, if desired.
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Step 6C: Cut into approx. 24 squares and serve immediately or serve chilled.
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Step 7Store in refrigerator or you can even freeze! Have a cup and coffee and remember, Cream Always rises to the top!
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