The Blueberry Almond Squares from Hazel Blue Acres are a delightful, nutty-fruity treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. They start with a buttery shortbread-style crust made from flour, sugar, and butter, baked briefly until just set. While warm, a layer of Hazel Blue Acres blueberry fruit spread is spread on top. A rich almond-flavored topping, made with butter, sugar, eggs, rice flour, and almond extract, is dropped over the jam and gently spread. Optional sliced almonds add a crunchy, nutty finish.
Baked until golden, then cooled and cut into squares, these bars combine a tender, buttery base, sweet-tart blueberry layer, and soft almond topping for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.