Chocolate Maple Nut Bars
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these irresistible Chocolate Maple Nut Bars, a perfect fusion of rich chocolate, the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, and the nutty crunch of pecans or walnuts. These decadent bars feature a soft, buttery base that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under half an hour. A drizzle of maple syrup enhances the flavor profile, while semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts provide a luscious balance of texture in every bite. Ideal for snacking, casual gatherings, or holiday treats, this easy-to-make dessert recipe yields 16 delightful squares and can be stored for up to four days. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a beginner, these chocolate maple nut bars are destined to become your next go-to indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar and maple syrup until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Add the vanilla extract and the egg to the cooled butter mixture. Whisk until fully incorporated.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or 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, transfer to a cutting board and cut into 16 squares or bars.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.1 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.6 g | 538% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1324 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 591.9 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.5 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 354.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.9 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*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.
