Honey Walnut Squares
Honey Walnut Squares are a delicious treat featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a gooey honey-walnut filling. The warm, caramelized flavors make them a perfect choice for holiday gatherings or as an everyday indulgence. These easy-to-make bars are sweet, crunchy, and chewy, ideal for sharing with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Shortbread Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
For the Honey Walnut Filling:
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the Shortbread Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter until a dough forms. Press it into the pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
- Make the Filling: In a saucepan, combine honey, butter, and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until bubbling (about 3-5 minutes). Stir in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- Add the Walnuts: Mix in the chopped walnuts, then pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
- Bake Again: Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Pecan Version: Swap walnuts for pecans for a different nutty flavor.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Top with melted dark chocolate for extra decadence.
- Cinnamon Touch: Add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon to the filling for warmth and spice.
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