Sugar Crusted Almond Pastry

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Prep Time:
15 Mins
Cook Time:
1 Hr
Total Prep + Cook Time:
1 Hr 15 Mins
Level:
Easy

Makes: 1 Tray

Description: Buttery crescent dough, with a sweet almond glaze. Perfect for entertaining or for holidays!

Ingredients:
2 Cans Refrigerated dinner crescent rolls (or Pillsbury Seamless Dough Sheet)
1/2 Cup Butter (Do not use margarine)
2 Cups Slivered Almonds
1 1/3 Cup Sugar

Instructions: 1 Heat oven to 375�F.

2. If using crescent rolls: Unroll both cans of dough into 2 large rectangles. Place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan; press over bottom to form crust. Press perforations to seal. If using dough sheets: Unroll both cans of dough. Place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan; press over bottom to form crust.

3. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds and sugar; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until nuts just begin to brown. Spoon and spread mixture evenly over dough.

4. Bake 11 to 16 minutes or until crust is deep golden brown. Cool 30 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve warm or cool.

via www.pillsbury.com