Maple Nut Bars
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness and crunch with these irresistible Maple Nut Bars, a dessert that's as easy to make as it is decadent. Featuring the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and a medley of chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, and almonds, these bars strike the ideal balance between buttery softness and satisfying texture. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, they boast a caramel-like filling infused with brown sugar and vanilla, all baked atop a golden crust. Perfect for the holidays, afternoon tea, or as a grab-and-go snack, these bars are a true crowd-pleaser. Plus, they’re easy to store, making them an excellent make-ahead treat to enjoy throughout the week. Try these Maple Nut Bars today for a sweet, nutty twist on classic dessert bars!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups chopped mixed nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, etc.)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the light brown sugar and maple syrup. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
Once the butter-sugar mixture has cooled slightly, whisk in the vanilla extract and then the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped mixed nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–28 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer them to a cutting board.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.6 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.3 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 1404 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 432.1 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 280.4 g | ||
| Protein | 58.9 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*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.
