Windmill Cookie Bars

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

A Crunchy Treat for Cookie Lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

358

Sugar

22g

Fat

23g

Windmill Cookie Bars are a classic Dutch treat that will have you coming back for more. These bars are made with a buttery shortbread base that is loaded with toasted slivered almonds and a hint of cinnamon, and then topped with a thin layer of egg white for an extra crunch. Perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, these Windmill Cookie Bars are the ultimate comfort food that will transport you straight to the Netherlands.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the egg yolk and mix to combine.
4.	Sift in the flour, cinnamon, and baking soda, and mix until the dough just comes together.
5.	Spread the slivered almonds out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and toast them in the oven until golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn them!
6.	Carefully fold the toasted almonds into the dough until evenly distributed.
7.	Press the dough into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, using your fingertips to smooth out the top.
8.	In a small bowl, beat the egg white until frothy and brush it over the top of the dough.
9.	Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
10.	Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.

PROS

These Windmill Cookie Bars are crunchy and delicious, with a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and nutty almond flavor.

They are also a great make-ahead dessert that can be sliced and stored for up to a week in an airtight container.

CONS

Due to the high content of butter and sugar, these cookie bars are not the healthiest treat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookie bars are not exactly a superfood, they do contain almonds, which are a good source of heart-healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
They are also gluten-free, which makes them a great alternative to traditional wheat-based desserts for those with gluten intolerance.

	1 cup butter , softened ( no substitutes )
	1 cup sugar
	1 egg , separated
	2 cups flour
	1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/4 teaspoon baking soda
	1 cup almonds , slivered