Microwave Chinese Chews
Dive into the delightful world of Microwave Chinese Chews, a quick and easy twist on a classic treat bursting with flavor and texture! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines sweet, chewy dates with the nutty crunch of pecans or walnuts, all bound together in a buttery, rich batter. The magic happens in just 5 minutes using your microwave, making this dessert perfect for busy days or last-minute indulgences. A hint of vanilla and a light dusting of powdered sugar elevate these squares into a truly irresistible sweet treat. Whether you serve them as a snack, dessert, or gift, these microwave-baked Chinese Chews are guaranteed to impress. Keywords: microwave Chinese chews, easy dessert recipe, date and nut squares, quick microwave treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Grease a microwave-safe 8x8 inch dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the butter by microwaving it for 20-30 seconds until fully melted.
In the same bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
Add the vanilla extract, chopped dates, and nuts to the mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Sift the flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until there are no visible streaks of flour.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared microwave-safe dish.
Microwave on high power for 4-5 minutes, checking at the 4-minute mark. The edges should be set, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Allow the Chinese Chews to cool in the dish for 5-10 minutes before removing.
Cut into squares or bars and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.3 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 373 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.6 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 279.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1704 mg | 36% | |
*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.
