Bonket (Dutch Almond Pastry)

Per serving

197.4kcal
2.9гProteins
11.1гFats
22.3гCarbs

This is a recipe I got from a Dutch friend who made this once when we were having coffee. I begged for the recipe and she graciously shared it with me! It's so good! Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • Crust
  • butter3⁄4 cup
  • sugar1⁄2 cup
  • egg1
  • vanilla1 teaspoon
  • flour2 1⁄4 cups
  • salt1⁄2 teaspoon
  • Almond Layer
  • eggs2
  • sugar1⁄2 cup
  • almond flavoring1 teaspoon
  • pure almond paste, cut into very small pieces3⁄4 cup
  • pinch salt1 pinch
  • butter, melted2 tablespoons
  • pecans (or more if desired) or 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (or more if desired)1⁄2 cup
  • Topping
  • cup powdered sugar1⁄4
  • pinch salt1
  • water, to thin

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Cream butter and sugar; stir in egg and vanilla.

  2. 2

    Add flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Press into 9x13" pan.

  4. 4

    Beat eggs with sugar; add butter, almond paste and flavoring.

  5. 5

    Mix until as smooth as possible. (Almond paste is difficult to break down.).

  6. 6

    Pour over bottom layer.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle with chopped nuts.

  8. 8

    Bake about 25 minutes at 325 until firm and slightly browned.

  9. 9

    Sift sugar and mix in salt.

  10. 10

    Add just enough water to thin to a pourable consistency.

  11. 11

    Drizzle topping over bonket while still hot.

  12. 12

    Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Source: food.com
Original recipe

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