Chocolate Cinnamon Nut Bars
Indulge in the rich, warming flavors of Chocolate Cinnamon Nut Bars—an irresistible fusion of gooey dark chocolate, a hint of warm cinnamon spice, and the satisfying crunch of mixed nuts. Perfectly balanced between sweet and spiced, these bars are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, and come together in just 40 minutes from start to finish. A drizzle of melted dark chocolate on top takes these treats to the next level, making them ideal for dessert, snack, or even gifting. With their chewy texture and nut-studded goodness, these bars are as versatile as they are delicious. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this one-pan recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams dark chocolate chips
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams light brown sugar
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc.)
- 50 grams dark chocolate (optional for topping, melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to lift the bars out later.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the unsalted butter and dark chocolate chips together over a saucepan of simmering water or in the microwave in 30-second increments. Stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Slowly add the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar mixture, whisking continuously until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Chop the mixed nuts roughly and fold them into the batter, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top for garnish.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved nuts on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 equal-sized bars.
Optional: Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the bars for an extra layer of decadence. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 273.4 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.7 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 627 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 412.7 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 253.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.2 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 30.6 mg | 170% | |
| Potassium | 2766 mg | 59% | |
*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.
