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Almond Fruit Squares
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2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup almond paste
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups halved fresh strawberries
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup halved green grapes
2 kiwifruit, peeled, quartered and sliced
1/2 cup apricot preserves, warmed
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Unroll crescent dough and separate into eight rectangles. Place in an ungreased
15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Press onto bottom and up sides; seal seams
and perforations. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar. Bake at 375° for 14-16
minutes or until golden brown. Cool. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese,
almond paste, extract and remaining sugar until smooth. Spread over crust. Top
with fruit. Brush with preserves; sprinkle with almonds.
Yield: 16 servings.
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