Ukrainian Almond Date Horikhivnyk (Almond Date Bars) Recipe

Name: Ukrainian Almond Date Horikhivnyk (Almond Date Bars)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 pinch salt; 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces; 2 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon heavy cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups confectioners' sugar (called sometimes Powdered or icing); 6 egg whites, stiffly beaten; 2 cups blanched almonds, peeled and chopped; 1 ¼ cups pitted dates, finely chopped; 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, grated

Servings: persons

1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar (called sometimes Powdered or icing)
6 egg whites, stiffly beaten
2 cups blanched almonds, peeled and chopped
1 ¼ cups pitted dates, finely chopped
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, grated

1
Sift the flour with the granulated sugar and a pinch of salt.
2
Cut in the butter.
3
Combine the egg yolks, cream and vanilla.
4
Add them to the flour and mix until the dough coheres.
5
Pat the dough in a smooth layer into a buttered 9 x 12 inch baking pan.
6
Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until it is firm but not browned.
7
FOR THE ALMOND AND DATE TOPPING: While the dough is baking, prepare the topping.
8
Beat the egg whites until stiff.
9
Gradually beat the confectioners sugar into the beaten egg whites.
10
When the mixture is firm, fold in the almonds, dates and chocolate.
11
Spread the topping over the partially baked dough.
12
Reduce the oven temperature to 325F and continue baking for about 40 minutes, or until the topping is set.
13
Cool the sheet in the pan, then cut it into 1 1/2 by 3 inch bars.

1652

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 pinch salt, 4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Almond Date Horikhivnyk (Almond Date 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.

Ukrainian Almond Date Horikhivnyk (Almond Date Bars)

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