Dutch Letters are a pastry delicacy that I must purchase when I visit family in Iowa. Extra Dutch letters are always in my bag to bring back to Colorado for my family to enjoy. A few years ago, my sister told me about the recipe for Dutch Letter Bars that she makes often, and people always like them. My first batch was delicious and reminds me of lemon bars but with an almond twist. They are quite rich, so a small square is plenty but so good!
Dutch Letter Bars
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 sticks butter
- 8 oz. almond paste
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups flour
- slivered almonds and sugar for top (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
- Melt together butter and almond paste, then beat with electric mixer.
- Stir in eggs, sugar and flour.
- Pour into greased 9×13″inch pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Can be covered with slivered almonds or sugar when done.
Recipe from Corn Carnival Cookbook, 90 Years of Family Fun, Gladbrook, Iowa
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