ALMOND AND BERRY BARS

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Relish these almond flavored bars packed with two types of berries - a fruity dessert!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 package (8 ounces) almond paste (not marzipan), cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
Powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches, with shortening. Beat butter and brown sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, or mix with spoon. Stir in almond extract, eggs and almond paste. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Spread in pan. Sprinkle with raspberries and blueberries.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until golden brown and bars slightly pull away from edges of pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 70 mg

Ram Prasad Mandal
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for potlucks and parties.


Shameem Mkwapatira
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the almond flavor too.


orakzai zalmi
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I'm not a baker, but these bars were so easy to make. They turned out great and my family loved them.


Phelisa Ngxatu
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Gamer Helping
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These bars are a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Folashade Mercyspeak
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I've never made almond and berry bars before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The bars turned out great!


VICTORY OBUTE
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Gabrielle Mabuana
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I'm not a big fan of almonds, but these bars were surprisingly good. The berries really balance out the flavor.


zaleyah Booker
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These bars are delicious! I love the almond flavor and the berries add a nice tartness.


Longido Tweheyo
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the bars didn't set properly. Not sure what went wrong.


Yahayya Abdullahi
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I've made these bars several times and they always turn out great. They're a family favorite.


John Hyman
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Omary Hamad
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I love the combination of almonds and berries in this recipe. The bars are moist and flavorful.


Tamanna Tanha
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Made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Tamoor Shah
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These bars are so good! Great for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.


Sania Noor
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The recipe was easy to follow, but unfortunately the bars turned out a bit dry. Maybe I overcooked them.


Londiwe Loyanda
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These almond and berry bars were amazing! Easy to make, the perfect combo of sweet and tart, with a delicious buttery crust.