Chocolate Nut Squares
Indulge in the rich, nutty decadence of Chocolate Nut Squares—a heavenly fusion of chewy chocolate goodness and crunchy mixed nuts. Perfectly sweetened with brown sugar and packed with chunks of chocolate chips, these squares are baked to perfection for a soft, fudgy interior. The addition of almonds, walnuts, or pecans provides a delightful crunch in every bite, while a touch of cocoa powder rounds out the deep chocolate flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with a homemade treat. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or served as-is, these chocolate nut squares are guaranteed to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for dessert, snacks, or gift-giving, they're a must-try for chocolate and nut lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 100 grams Chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring some overhang on the sides for easier removal later.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar until smooth. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs into the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
Chop the mixed nuts into smaller pieces if desired. Fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake to ensure a chewy texture.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the chocolate nut squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the squares from the pan. Use a sharp knife to cut into 16 equal squares.
If desired, dust the squares with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.0 g | 329% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.6 g | 533% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.7 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.3 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 2391 mg | 51% | |
*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.
