Macadamia Bars

Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery crumble and nutty caramel with these decadent Macadamia Bars! Featuring a melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust and a luscious filling made with golden honey, rich brown sugar, and crunchy macadamia nuts, this recipe is the perfect mix of sweet and salty. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a straightforward baking process, these cookie bars are an easy yet impressive treat for any occasion. Perfect for dessert tables, afternoon snacks, or gifting, their rich flavor and beautiful golden topping make them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether served alongside coffee or as a standalone treat, these macadamia nut bars are a must-try for any nut lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter (softened)
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 150 grams light brown sugar (packed)
• 60 milliliters honey
• 60 milliliters heavy cream
• 200 grams macadamia nuts (coarsely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, cream together 170 grams of softened unsalted butter and 100 grams of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Gradually mix in 250 grams of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt until a dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 150 grams of light brown sugar, 60 milliliters of honey, and 60 milliliters of heavy cream. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 200 grams of coarsely chopped macadamia nuts and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 7

Pour the macadamia filling evenly over the pre-baked crust, spreading it out with a spatula if needed.

Step 8

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan. Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 10

Cut into 12 equal bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1000.7 grams (1000.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4928

Total Fat 310.40g	398%
Saturated Fat 123.90g	620%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 431mg	144%
Sodium 2456mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 519.90g	189%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 307.90g
Protein 41.80g	84%

Vitamin D 84IU	419%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 20mg	108%
Potassium 1275mg	27%

*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: 55.4%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 41.3%