White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Bars

Dairy Free
Health score
56%
White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Bars
70 min.
1
5064kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy white chocolate and crunchy macadamia nuts with these irresistible White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Bars. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a satisfying dessert that can be enjoyed as a lunch or dinner companion. With a health score of 56, they offer a balance of flavors while being dairy-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy bar that boasts a golden-brown top, sprinkled with generous amounts of macadamia nuts and drizzled with a luscious white chocolate glaze. The rich aroma of melted butter and brown sugar wafts through your kitchen as you prepare this delightful dessert, creating an inviting atmosphere that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite.

Ready in just 70 minutes, these bars are surprisingly easy to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients and simple kitchen equipment. Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a sweet treat to share with friends, or simply craving something delicious, these White Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Bars are sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will leave a lasting impression!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed
  • 0.8 cup butter 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cup extra sugar to coat cookies prior to baking white
  • teaspoon shortening 
  • cup slivered almonds coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Grease rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
  2. Heat butter and brown sugar in 3-quart saucepan over low heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted; remove from heat.
  3. Beat vanilla and eggs into sugar mixture with electric mixer on medium speed. Beat in flour and baking powder on low speed. Stir in half of the nuts and 1/4 cup of the baking chips.
  4. Pour into pan.
  5. Sprinkle with remaining nuts and 1/2 cup of the baking chips.
  6. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and center is set. Cool about 30 minutes.
  7. Melt remaining 1/4 cup baking chips and the shortening in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.
  8. Pour into small resealable plastic food-storage bag; seal bag.
  9. Cut small opening in a corner of the bag. Squeeze bag to drizzle melted chips over bars. Cool until set. For 48 bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories5064kcal
Protein4.75%
Fat45.13%
Carbs50.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
177
Glycemic Load
140.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
68.104347898908%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.66mg
Catechin
1.38mg
Epigallocatechin
2.8mg
Epicatechin
0.65mg
Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.46mg
Isorhamnetin
2.85mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:5063.51kcal
253.18%
Fat:260.7g
401.08%
Saturated Fat:72.91g
455.69%
Carbohydrates:651.31g
217.1%
Net Carbohydrates:618.98g
225.08%
Sugar:327.44g
363.83%
Cholesterol:327.36mg
109.12%
Sodium:2466.26mg
107.23%
Alcohol:4.47g
100%
Alcohol %:0.49%
100%
Protein:61.75g
123.49%
Vitamin E:34.3mg
228.68%
Manganese:4.44mg
221.96%
Vitamin B2:2.94mg
173.16%
Selenium:120.17µg
171.67%
Iron:28.81mg
160.06%
Vitamin B1:2.24mg
149.24%
Folate:551.38µg
137.85%
Vitamin A:6566.12IU
131.32%
Fiber:32.32g
129.29%
Phosphorus:1148.32mg
114.83%
Calcium:1056.31mg
105.63%
Magnesium:395.15mg
98.79%
Vitamin B3:19.19mg
95.97%
Copper:1.7mg
85.04%
Potassium:1711.43mg
48.9%
Zinc:6.37mg
42.46%
Vitamin B5:3.57mg
35.67%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
28.08%
Vitamin B12:0.95µg
15.89%
Vitamin D:1.76µg
11.73%
Vitamin K:3.64µg
3.46%