Chocolate Butterscotch Almond Crunch

Courtesy of Robin Hood www.robinhood.ca

These delectable treats are incredibly easy to prepare and they're excellent for freezing. Bake Chocolate Butterscotch Almond Crunch ahead of time and store for special occasions. Or serve straight from the pan with a scoop of ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups, 425 mL All Purpose Flour
• 3/4 cup, 175 mL sugar
• 3/4 cup, 175 mL brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup, 250 mL margarine
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 1/2 tsp, 7 mL vanilla
• 1 pkg (300 g) milk chocolate chips, melted
• 1 cup, 250 mL sliced almonds, toasted

Directions

1. Combine flour and sugars. Mix in margarine until thoroughly blended. Add egg yolks and vanilla. Mix until smooth OR blend in food processor until mixture comes together.

2. Press with floured fingers in 10" x 15" x 1/2" (25 x 37 x 1 cm) cookie sheet with sides.

3. Bake at 350ºF (180ºC) for 13-18 minutes or until light golden. Cool slightly, about 20 minutes.

4. Spread melted chocolate over base. Sprinkle nuts on top. Press in lightly. Cool until chocolate sets. Cut into squares or triangles.