Honey Walnut Squares
Honey Walnut Squares are rich, buttery dessert bars with a tender shortbread base and a crunchy caramelized honey walnut topping. These easy homemade bars are perfect for holidays, gatherings, or anytime you want a sweet and nutty treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 squares
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 120 g butter, softened
- 60 g sugar
- A pinch of salt
For the topping:
- 150 g walnuts, chopped
- 120 g honey
- 80 g brown sugar
- 80 ml heavy cream
- 60 g butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, butter, sugar, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the base of the pan.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, butter, and cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the walnut mixture over the partially baked base and spread evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Do not overcook the topping to avoid a hard texture.Let the bars cool fully before cutting for clean slices.Toasting walnuts enhances their flavor.You can mix in other nuts like almonds, pecans, or hazelnuts.Add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest for variation.Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled bars for extra richness.Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days refrigerated.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/honey-walnut-squares/
