Name: Almond Fudge Shortbread Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 x8 pan, about 40 small squares
Ingredients: For the Shortbread Base:; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup all-purpose flour; For the Fudge Topping:; 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; (1) 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small bits; 3/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted