With a moist almond filling and a flaky golden crust, these goodies are sure to be the perfect dessert for a garden get-together.

Ingredients: (Yield: 40 bars)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup cold butter
• 3 egg whites
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 can (12½ ounces) almond cake and pastry filling
• 2 cups sliced almonds
• 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Method:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk the egg whites, sugar and almond filling until blended. Stir in almonds. Pour over crust. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set. Cool completely on a wire rack.

In a microwave, melt chocolate; drizzle over top. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.