Brown Sugar Cashew Bars
Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and salty with these irresistible Brown Sugar Cashew Bars! This easy-to-make dessert pairs the deep caramel notes of light brown sugar with the crunchy richness of chopped roasted cashews, creating a bar that’s both decadent and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a breeze to whip up, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next gathering. A hint of vanilla and an optional sprinkle of sea salt flakes elevate these bars to gourmet status, while their soft, chewy texture guarantees they’ll be a crowd favorite. Whether you enjoy them as an afternoon treat or a sweet addition to your dessert lineup, these homemade bars are a must-try for cashew lovers! Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, they store beautifully for up to five days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar (light)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Roasted, salted cashews (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon Optional: Sea salt flakes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to make it easier to remove the bars later.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chopped roasted cashews, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. If desired, sprinkle the top with a pinch of sea salt flakes for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 12 squares or bars of your desired size.
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.3 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 182 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
