Caramelized Almond Squares Recipe

Name: Caramelized Almond Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup (4oz) tapioca flour; 1/2 cup (30z) rice flour; 2 tablespoons (1oz) superfine sugar; 1 stick (4oz) butter; Drop of pure vanilla extract; 1 egg yolk, preferably free range; 1 1/2 cups (6oz) slivered almonds; 6 tablespoons (3oz) butter; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 1/2 tablespoons (1 1/4oz) granulated brown sugar; 1 tablespoon light cream; Swiss roll pan, 8x12-in, well greased

Servings: persons

3/4 cup (4oz) tapioca flour
1/2 cup (30z) rice flour
2 tablespoons (1oz) superfine sugar
1 stick (4oz) butter
Drop of pure vanilla extract
1 egg yolk, preferably free range
1 1/2 cups (6oz) slivered almonds
6 tablespoons (3oz) butter
3 tablespoons honey
2 1/2 tablespoons (1 1/4oz) granulated brown sugar
1 tablespoon light cream
Swiss roll pan, 8x12-in, well greased

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Put the tapioca flour, rice flour, and sugar into a bowl, rub in the butter, add the vanilla extract and bind with the egg yolk.
3
Press into the prepared pan, prick with a fork and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden.
4
Remove from the oven and allow the pastry base to cool for a few minutes.
5
Put all the ingredients for the topping except the cream, into a saucepan and cook over a low heat until the mixture is a pale straw color.
6
Stir in the cream and cook for a few more seconds.
7
Spread the mixture over the cooked base and return it to the oven until the topping is a deep golden color anything from 8 to 20 minutes, depending on the length of time the original ingredients were cooked.
8
Leave the biscuits to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into 2in squares.
9
Remove from the tin and cool fully on a wire rack.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup (4oz) tapioca flour, 1/2 cup (30z) rice flour, 2 tablespoons (1oz) superfine sugar, 1 stick (4oz) butter, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Almond Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramelized Almond Squares

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