"Almond Bars are a delicious cross between shortbread and sugar cookie bars, topped with sliced almonds and a sweet almond glaze. They're crisp, yet tender and perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or neighbor gifts...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour ((stir, spoon & level))
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1 teaspoon Clabber Girl® Baking Powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 cup Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening Sticks ((1 baking stick))
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2 cups granulated sugar
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2 large eggs ((room temperature))
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1 teaspoon pure almond extract
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1 Tablespoon milk ((any variety))
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1 cup sliced almonds
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1 cup powdered sugar
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¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Pure Almond Extract
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2-3 Tablespoons milk ((any variety))