Scandinavian Almond Bars
These bars are a family favorite. They look nice and taste good.
They are a great choice for sharing with others. People will ask you for the recipe.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 12, 2026Share
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These bars are a family favorite. They look nice and taste good.
They are a great choice for sharing with others. People will ask you for the recipe.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 12
0.5 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
0.5 teaspoon almond extract
1.75 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.5 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup confectioners' sugar
0.25 teaspoon almond extract
0.25 cup milk
Instructions
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1
Heat your oven to 325 degrees F.
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Mix butter and sugar in a bowl. Stir in the egg and almond extract. Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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3
Make 4 logs from the dough. Each log should be 12 inches long. Put 2 logs on each pan. Press them flat to be 3 inches wide. Brush with milk and add sliced almonds.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges turn brown. Cut the warm logs into 1 inch diagonal slices.
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Mix powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk in a small bowl. Pour the icing over the cool cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 48
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 68 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 3g
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Saturated Fat 1g
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Cholesterol 9mg
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Sodium 48mg
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Total Carbohydrate 10g
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Protein 1g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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