Italian Shortbread With Almonds and Jam

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Indulge in the Sweet Italian Shortbread With Almonds and Jam

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 cup unsalted butter , at room temperature
	1/2 cup sugar
	1/4 teaspoon almond extract
	1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
	1/8 teaspoon salt
	1/4 cup apricot jam ( I used peach and amaretta jam ) or 1/4 cup other not to sweet jam ( I used peach and amaretta jam )
	1/3 cup sliced almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

348

Sugar

20g

Fat

22g

This shortbread is a popular Italian sweet snack, known for its buttery and crumbly texture. Its nutty flavor comes from the topping of sliced almonds, which are toasted during the baking process to give them a crunch. A layer of apricot jam (or other jam of your choice) adds a tangy-sweet element to this delicious dessert. Serve it as a snack with tea or as a dessert with ice cream - it is versatile enough to be enjoyed either way. Enjoy it as an occasional treat with your family and friends!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until smooth.
3.	Add the almond extract and mix well.
4.	Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
5.	Stir in the sliced almonds.
6.	Press the dough into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking pan.
7.	Spread the jam evenly over the dough.
8.	Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Cool completely before slicing into squares.

PROS

This Italian Shortbread With Almonds and Jam is buttery, sweet, and nutty.

The combination of butter, sugar, and jam tastes amazing and is perfect for people who like rich desserts.

CONS

This is a high-calorie and high-fat dessert, and it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe uses apricot or other not too sweet jam, which may not be everyone’s favorite flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are packed with antioxidants, protein, and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
They have been linked to reducing inflammation, lowering cholesterol, and improving brain function. Eating this sweet snack as an occasional treat could be beneficial for your health.