There is no chocolate in these brownies, but there is a good deal of flavor reminiscent of Swedish almond pastry. These bars have a moist, cakey texture. Dust with powdered sugar when cooled, if desired.

Another delicious recipe from our Family-Favorite Recipes Collection.

Swedish Brownies

4 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons almond extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) (175*). Grease 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan; set aside.
2. With electric mixer, cream together eggs and sugar; add flour, baking powder, salt, melted butter and almond extract, beating until just mixed. Spread into prepared baking pan and sprinkle with the almonds
3. Bake for 30 minutes or until tested done and lightly browned. Cool and cut into bars.

Makes 24 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/24 of recipe): 200.3 calories; 44% calories from fat; 10.1g total fat; 55.6mg cholesterol; 106.3mg sodium; 46.4mg potassium; 25.3g carbohydrates; 0.6g fiber; 16.9g sugar; 24.7g net carbs; 2.8g protein.

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