Almond Cinnamon Bars

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Mmmmmmmm!!!! Almonds and cinnamon in a cookie bar. A nice addition to the festive cookie platter. Bars can be frozen, well wrapped,for up to 2 months.

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Steps

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Base: in small bowl , combine flour , cinnamon , lemon rind and salt.

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Set aside.

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In medium bowl using an electric mixer , beat together sugar , butter and egg yolk until fluffy.

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Gradually beat in flour mixture until well combined.

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Pat evenly over base of 9-inch square baking pan.

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Brush evenly with egg white.

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Almond topping: in small bowl , combine almonds , sugar and cinnamon.

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Sprinkle evenly over base.

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Bake in 350 degrees oven for 25 to 30 minutes , until golden brown.

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Let cool in pan before cutting into bars.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, cinnamon, fresh lemon rind, salt, brown sugar, butter, egg, sliced almonds, granulated sugar