Maple Walnut Bars Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these irresistible Maple Walnut Bars! Made with a simple cake mix crust and a luscious maple syrup topping, these bars are surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any autumn gathering. Not overly sweet, they offer the perfect balance of maple, walnut, and a tender, buttery crust. A quick and easy recipe, perfect for busy bakers!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 218.9 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Maple Walnut Bars

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How to Make Maple Walnut Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. **Crust:** In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, and 1 large egg.
  3. Stir until a thick dough forms.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and 1/2 inch up the sides of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. **Maple Topping:** While the crust is baking, in a separate large bowl, whisk together 1 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined and slightly thickened.
  8. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts.
  9. Pour the maple topping evenly over the hot crust.
  10. Spread to cover the entire surface.
  11. Bake for an additional 22-25 minutes, or until the top layer is set and lightly golden.
  12. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
  13. Cut into bars and enjoy! These are best served at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

81g

Fat

17g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Maple Walnut Bars?

Maple Walnut Bars takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Maple Walnut Bars?

Maple Walnut Bars has approximately 218.9 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Maple Walnut Bars?

The key ingredients for Maple Walnut Bars are White Cake Mix, Butter, Egg, Pure Maple Syrup, Light Brown Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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