Dutch Letter Bars
by: Tanna (my sister) via: church cookbook www.foodandswine.com
Author: Cristen
- 1 stick of butter
- 1 stick of margarine you can sub all butter if you want, but this mix does 'make' the texture
- 1 can almond paste 8 oz.
- 2 C granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 C all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For topping: sanding sugar or additional granulated sugar 1 1/2 TBSP
In a large mixing bowl beat butter and margarine together. Add almond paste, beat until smooth. Add sugar, continue to cream (creaming: mixing butter with sugar) until light and fluffy around 1 minute or so. Add eggs one at a time and beat until incorporated with each addition. Add flour and salt. Mix only until combined. Spread into a 9x13 pan, sprinkle on sugar if desired. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes. Remove, cool, cut and serve. Extra bars may be left in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.