Peach Almond Jam Bars Recipe

Name: Peach Almond Jam Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE BASE:; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened; 2/3 cups Packed Brown Sugar; 1 cup All-purpose Flour; 1/4 cups Almonds, Finely Chopped; 1/4 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract; 3/4 cups Peach Jam; FOR THE FILLING:; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened; 2/3 cups Granulated Sugar; 2 whole Eggs, Beaten Well; 2/3 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/4 cups Almonds, Finely Chopped; 1/2 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract; 1 pinch Salt; FOR THE GLAZE:; 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar; 1/8 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract; 2 teaspoons Milk

Servings: persons

FOR THE BASE:
1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened
2/3 cups Packed Brown Sugar
1 cup All-purpose Flour
1/4 cups Almonds, Finely Chopped
1/4 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract
3/4 cups Peach Jam
FOR THE FILLING:
1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened
2/3 cups Granulated Sugar
2 whole Eggs, Beaten Well
2/3 cups All-purpose Flour
1/4 cups Almonds, Finely Chopped
1/2 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract
1 pinch Salt
FOR THE GLAZE:
1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
1/8 teaspoons Pure Almond Extract
2 teaspoons Milk

1
For the crust/base layer:
2
Preheat oven to 350 F.
3
Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer. Add flour, chopped almonds and extract. Mix well. Batter will be thick and crumbly.
4
Prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan by covering the bottom and sides with 2 pieces of overlapping parchment paper cut to fit the width, allowing the paper to slightly hang over the edges. Spread batter into the bottom of the pan then pat it down and into the edges with your fingertips.
5
Bake crust at 350 F for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately spread the peach preserves or your favorite jam over the hot crust. Set aside while preparing the middle layer. Increase oven temperature to 375 F.
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For the middle/filling layer:
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Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl and make sure that you mix well. Drop evenly spaced tablespoons of batter over the top of the peach preserves or jam. Using the back of a spoon, carefully spread the batter out to the edges of the pan.
8
Bake at 375 F for 25-30 minutes or until top is a golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before cutting. Once cool, remove it from the pan using the paper handles, put it onto a cutting board and cut into 9-18 squares.
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For the glaze:
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In a small bowl mix all the ingredients with a whisk until smooth. Drizzle over top of the cooled bars. Allow glaze to set before serving.
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This recipe was adapted from a recipe for Almond Bars that I found in a vintage cookbook called Forum Feasts.

1098

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE BASE:, 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Softened, 2/3 cups Packed Brown Sugar, 1 cup All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Peach Almond Jam Bars 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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Peach Almond Jam Bars

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