Triple-Nut Diamonds

If you're crazy about nuts, this bar cookie is for you.

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The diamond shape of these bar cookies will be a nice addition to your Christmas dessert tray.
Prep time: 35 minutes
Baking time: 26 to 30 minutes

You Will Need
Crust
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cold butter (no substitutes)

Nut Filling
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter (no substitutes)
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup heavy or whipping cream
2/3 cup chopped pecans
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
2/3 cup chopped almonds

What to Do
1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line a greased 9-inch square baking pan with foil allowing ends to extend 1 inch over edge of pan; grease the foil and set aside.

2. Make crust: Combine flour and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack.

3. Make nut filling: Meanwhile, heat brown sugar, honey and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in heavy cream and nuts. Pour over crust. Bake 16 to 20 minutes, until surface is bubbly. Cool completely on wire rack.

4. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Using foil, lift out of pan; cut into 1-inch diamonds. Store in an airtight container.

Makes: 4 dozen

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