Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed3 egg whites1 cup sugar1 can (12-1/2 ounces) almond cake and pastry filling2 cups sliced almonds4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the egg whites, sugar and almond filling until blended. Stir in almonds. Pour over crust. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set. Cool completely on a wire rack.
In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Drizzle over top. Let stand until set. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
