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These tender almond paste Dutch letter bars are quick-baked in a pressure cooker for maximum flavor and minimal fuss. Perfectly golden with a sweet aroma and optional sparkle from sanding sugar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cold water
  • 1 Egg white beaten
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond extract
  • 1/2 cup Almond paste
  • 1 Egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon Milk
  • 2 tablespoons Sanding sugar optional

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl Large

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Cut butter into flour and salt until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add cold water gradually until dough forms. Split dough into two, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out one half of dough to fit the pan and place in bottom.
  5. Mix almond paste, sugar, almond extract, egg yolk, and milk. Spread over crust.
  6. Roll the other dough half and place on top, sealing edges.
  7. Brush top with beaten egg white and sprinkle sanding sugar if using.
  8. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Use quick release steam cues if using pressure cooker. Allow to cool completely before cutting.
  10. Slice into bars and serve.

Notes

Cool bars completely before slicing for best results. Store leftovers in fridge wrapped in plastic or freeze individually to enjoy later.