Scandinavian Almond Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Almonds: 300 grams
2. All-purpose flour: 200 grams
3. Butter: 150 grams
4. Confectioners sugar: 1 cup
5. Egg: 1 large
6. Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
7. Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
8. Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

Total time: 1 hour (including preparation and baking) Preparation: 20 minutes Baking: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a food processor, pulse the almonds until they resemble coarse meal.
3. In a large bowl, combine the almond meal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. In another bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the dough into bars, about 2 inches wide and long.
8. Bake for 40 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through.
9. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information: (Per bar): Calories: 350, Fat: 20g, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 6g, Fibre: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and buttery texture
• Sweet and vanilla-flavored
• Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
• Ideal for any time of the day as a snack or dessert

User Comments:

1. "These almond bars are amazing! The combination of almond and vanilla is so delicious."
2. "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and they taste homemade."
3. "These bars are perfect for a small snack or as a dessert with coffee."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use unsalted butter for accurate seasoning.
• Use fresh eggs for best results.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
• For best texture, do not overmix the dough.