Walnut Crumb Bars Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Walnut Crumb Bars! A delightful twist on a classic dessert, featuring a buttery crumb base, a creamy chocolate center studded with walnuts, and a crunchy walnut-studded topping. This easy recipe, originally found in a newspaper coupon insert, is perfect for baking enthusiasts of all levels. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this homemade treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 266.5 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Walnut Crumb Bars

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How to Make Walnut Crumb Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press 2 cups of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  6. Set aside the remaining crumb mixture.
  7. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk over medium heat, stirring frequently until smooth and melted.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  9. Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the hot baked crust.
  10. In a bowl, combine the reserved crumb mixture with ½ cup chopped walnuts and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  11. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the chocolate filling.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
  13. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
  14. Cut into 24-36 bars, depending on desired size.
  15. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

42g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Walnut Crumb Bars?

Walnut Crumb Bars takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Walnut Crumb Bars?

Walnut Crumb Bars has approximately 266.5 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Walnut Crumb Bars?

The key ingredients for Walnut Crumb Bars are Butter, Unsifted Flour, Sugar, Salt, Chocolate Chips, Sweetened Condensed Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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