Macadamia Nut Bars

Rich, buttery, and utterly irresistible, these Macadamia Nut Bars are a sweet treat you won’t be able to resist.

Crunchy chopped macadamia nuts add a delightful texture to the chewy, golden-brown bars, making them perfect for snacking or sharing with friends and family.

Ready Time

1 hrs 5 mins

Yields

7 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Set it aside for now.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Stir in the chopped macadamia nuts.

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 7 equal-sized bars.

Notes

For the perfect macadamia nut bars, use high-quality unsalted butter for the best flavor. Make sure to grease the pan generously to ensure easy removal.

Don’t overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough bars.

Mix the flour mixture just until combined, and then stop mixing. The dough will still be slightly crumbly, but that’s okay.

Keep an eye on the bars while they’re baking, as the baking time may vary depending on your oven.

They’re done when the edges are lightly golden brown. Let the bars cool completely in the pan to prevent them from breaking apart when you cut them.

Use a sharp knife to cut into 7 equal-sized bars, and serve fresh for the best texture.