Brown Sugar Cashew Bars Recipe

Decadent Brown Sugar Cashew Bars: An irresistible recipe for crowd-pleasing, chewy bars! Easy to make with just 1, 2, 3 steps, these bars are perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or a sweet treat anytime. Get ready for a flavor explosion of brown sugar, creamy butter, and crunchy cashews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 1133.6 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Brown Sugar Cashew Bars

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How to Make Brown Sugar Cashew Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch jelly roll pan with shortening, or line with aluminum foil.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) packed light brown sugar, 2/3 cup (150g) unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup (118ml) light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and 1 large egg until well combined.
  3. Stir in 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  6. While the crust bakes, prepare the cashew topping. In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan, combine 1/3 cup (67g) packed light brown sugar, 1/3 cup (79ml) light corn syrup, and 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter.
  7. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream.
  9. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  11. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups (150g) roasted, salted cashews evenly over the baked crust.
  12. Pour the cooked cashew mixture evenly over the cashews.
  13. Spread the topping evenly with a spatula.
  14. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until light brown and set.
  15. Let cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour before cutting.
  16. Cut into 60 bars (10 rows x 6 rows).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

208g

Fat

147g

Carbs

43g

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