Strawberry Almond Bars
Strawberry Almond Bars is It works well as a very reasonably priced hor d'oeuvre for Mother's Day. Head to the store and pick up almond extract, strawberry preserves, butter, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 50 minutes.
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking pan.
Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Spread preserves over crust. In a small bowl, combine the butter, flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon and extract; sprinkle over preserves.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Combine the confectioners' sugar, almond extract and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over warm bars. Cool completely on a wire rack.