Description
These Vegan Almond Croissant Cookie Bars are a delightful combination of tender, almond-flavored cookie dough topped with sliced almonds and a sweet almond glaze. Perfectly golden and easy to prepare, these bars offer the rich taste of almond croissants in a convenient, vegan-friendly bar form.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt thoroughly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, almond milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the dry mixture. Mix well until a uniform dough forms.
- Press Dough into Pan: Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press it down evenly using a spatula or your hands, smoothing the surface.
- Add Almond Topping: Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the dough to add crunch and enhance almond flavor.
- Bake the Bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bars turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the bars bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, almond milk, and almond extract until smooth and pourable.
- Cool and Glaze: After baking, allow the bars to cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan. Then drizzle the almond glaze evenly over the warm bars.
- Final Cooling and Serve: Let the bars cool completely to set the glaze before slicing into 12 servings and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk if preferred.
- Ensure the coconut oil is fully melted for easier mixing.
- For extra almond flavor, lightly toast the sliced almonds before sprinkling them on top.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars freeze well; wrap tightly and freeze for up to one month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
