Walnut Praline Squares 1960

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Transport your taste buds to a bygone era with these indulgent Walnut Praline Squares, a nostalgic treat inspired by 1960s baking. Featuring a buttery shortbread base that’s topped with a luscious layer of caramelized brown sugar, heavy cream, and perfectly toasted walnuts, this recipe delivers a delightful contrast of textures—crispy, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth goodness in every bite. Ready in under an hour, these sweet squares are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or whenever you crave a comforting homemade dessert. With easy-to-follow steps and classic pantry ingredients, this vintage recipe brings timeless charm to your kitchen. Be sure to let them cool completely before slicing for those precise, picture-perfect squares!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 16 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1.5 cups walnuts, chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.

4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to create the shortbread base.

5. Bake the base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

6. In a medium saucepan, combine the light brown sugar and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir constantly to dissolve the sugar.

7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly.

8. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped walnuts and vanilla extract.

9. Pour the walnut praline mixture evenly over the pre-baked shortbread base, spreading it gently to cover the edges.

10. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and golden.

11. Allow the walnut praline squares to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares.

12. Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (73.5g)

Calories		360
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		22.0 g	28%
	Saturated Fat	9.5 g	47%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		39 mg	13%
Sodium		38 mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate		38.2 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
	Total Sugars	25.1 g
Protein		3.6 g	7%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		23 mg	2%
Iron		1.0 mg	5%
Potassium		80 mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3158 cal (54.2%%)

Protein: 230 cal (4.0%%)

Carbs: 2443 cal (41.9%%)