Almond Squares I

Name: Almond Squares I
Ingredients: 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup shortening; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 0.5 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup packed brown sugar; 9 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate; 0.5 cup chopped almonds

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If you really like a strong almond taste, substitute almond extract for vanilla extract in this recipe.

Recipe by Gayla

Updated on August 22, 2022

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Servings:

12

Yield:

2 dozen

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Ingredients

1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shortening
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
9 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
½ cup chopped almonds

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
To make crust: In a large bowl, cream shortening, white sugar and brown sugar. Separate egg and beat in yolk and vanilla, stirring until well blended. Slowly add in the flour and blend well. Mixture will be stiff.
Press dough evenly into baking pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until top is golden brown.
Melt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat. Spread the melted chocolate over warm crust. Sprinkle top with almonds. Let cool on wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

429	Calories
31g	Fat
40g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 429
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g	39%
Saturated Fat 11g	57%
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 14mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 40g	15%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 6g
Calcium 44mg	3%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 244mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.