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Almond Brownies

With a perfect creamy frosting and just a touch of almond flavor, these easy-to-make brownies really are something special. Keep a can of chocolate syrup on hand for this delectable treat! —Didi Desjardins, Dartmouth, Massachusetts

36 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate syrup
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped almonds

Directions

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add
eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in
chocolate syrup and extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add
to chocolate mixture.
Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for
25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes
out clean (brownies may appear moist). Cool on a wire rack.
For frosting, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and 1
cup whipped topping; stir until smooth. Cool. Fold in extract and

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Almond Brownies (continued)

Directions (continued)

remaining whipped topping. Spread over cooled brownies. Sprinkle
with almonds. Store in the refrigerator.
Yield: 3 dozen.

Nutrition Facts: 1 brownie equals 149 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 30 mg cholesterol, 67 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.