Feather Squares
Delightfully light and irresistibly fluffy, Feather Squares are the ultimate dessert bars that live up to their name! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and a hint of vanilla, these tender squares boast a soft, cake-like texture that practically melts in your mouth. The recipe’s quick prep time of just 15 minutes makes it perfect for busy bakers, while the dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant, sweet finish. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, potluck, or simply craving a homemade treat, these golden squares strike the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence. Plus, they store beautifully for up to three days, making them as practical as they are delicious. Bake a batch today and experience dessert bliss with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over the edges for easy removal later.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In another medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vanilla extract, and eggs. Slowly whisk in the slightly cooled butter until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the Feather Squares cool entirely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the cake out of the pan. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 12 squares.
Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 1534 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.8 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 222.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
