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Maple Walnut Squares

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Baking, Stewing Cuisine: Global Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6 Calories: 234.7

Dietary:

V Vegetarian

Description

These Maple Walnut Squares offer the perfect balance of textures and flavors, featuring a tender, crumbly shortbread-like crust topped with a luscious, sticky maple filling. The deep, caramelized notes of real maple syrup and sugar shine through, complemented by the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts. Ideal for autumn gatherings, holiday dessert tables, or simply as a comforting treat with afternoon coffee. The recipe is straightforward, requiring common pantry staples, yet delivers a gourmet-level result that feels both nostalgic and sophisticated.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and butter. Mix with a fork until the texture resembles fine cornmeal.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
While the crust bakes, combine the maple syrup, maple sugar, and brown sugar in a small saucepan.
Bring the sugar mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and cook for 5 minutes.
Carefully pour the hot syrup mixture into the beaten eggs, stirring constantly to prevent scrambling.
Stir in the remaining flour, salt, vanilla, and chopped walnuts.
Pour the filling mixture over the partially baked crust.
Return to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the top is set and slightly puffed.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 234.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.6g18%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 41.8mg14%
Sodium 255.4mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 29.6g10%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 16.2g
Protein 4.3g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. They also freeze well for up to 3 months.

If you cannot find maple sugar, you can substitute with an equal amount of brown sugar, though the maple flavor will be less pronounced. Pecans can be used in place of walnuts.

For clean cuts, ensure the bars are completely cool. Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts if the filling is sticky.

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Maple Walnut Squares