Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible chewiness of these homemade Chocolate Chip Nut Bars! This recipe delivers perfectly gooey centers and a delightful crunchy meringue topping. The secret? Room temperature egg whites for a light and airy meringue that contrasts beautifully with the rich chocolate and nutty base. Get ready for a taste sensation that's easy to make and impossible to resist!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 229 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Egg Yolks
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • Walnuts

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How to Make Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, ½ cup water and 2 large egg yolks for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle 2 cups chocolate chips evenly over the batter.
  9. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add ½ cup packed light brown sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  10. Gently spread the meringue over the chocolate chips.
  11. Sprinkle 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or your favorite) over the meringue.
  12. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  13. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

32g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars?

Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars?

Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars has approximately 229 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars?

The key ingredients for Chewy Chocolate Chip Nut Bars are Butter, Sugar, Brown Sugar, Water, Maple Extract, Egg Yolks. See the full list with measurements above.

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