Best 4 Chewy Walnut Pan Bars Recipes

Indulge your taste buds in a symphony of flavors with our collection of chewy walnut pan bar recipes! These delightful treats are a perfect blend of textures and flavors, featuring a chewy oat crust, a sweet and gooey filling studded with plump walnuts, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Whether you prefer a classic walnut pan bar or a variation with a twist, our recipes cater to every palate. From the traditional recipe that captures the timeless essence of this classic dessert to innovative takes that incorporate unique ingredients and flavors, our collection offers a diverse range of options to satisfy your cravings. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these irresistible chewy walnut pan bars.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHEWY WALNUT SQUARES

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An easy, nutty, chewy sweet treat that isn't overly complicated to make - my kind of recipe!

Provided by Jill

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 Cup Brown Sugar
1 Egg
1 tsp Vanilla
1/2 Cup Flour
1/3 Cup Baking Soda
1/4 tsp Salt
1 Cup Coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

Line a square baking pan with aluminum foil. Grease pan with cooking spray and set aside.
Preheat oven to 350.
In a mixing bowl combine brown sugar, egg and vanilla and mix well. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt. Mix well. Fold in walnuts.
Evenly spread into prepared pan and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely in pan.
Remove from pan by lifting foil. Remove foil and cut into 16 bars.

CHEWY WALNUT TRAIL BARS

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Baked ahead of time, these nutrition-packed walnut trail bars are the perfect snack for long trips, hikes or even work commutes.

Provided by California Walnuts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 cups oats, old fashioned, rolled
1/3 cup brown sugar, light, packed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, unbleached
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 cups California walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup cherries or cranberries, dried
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup coconut, shredded
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup apricots, dried
1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup honey

Steps:

Pre-heat oven to 325°F. In bowl, whisk together oats, brown sugar, flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Stir in walnuts, cherries, chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, coconut and sesame seeds; set aside.
In food processor, process apricots until broken up, about 1 minute. Add butter, process until a paste forms, about 1 minute. With motor running, pour in honey until well blended. Fold into oat mixture until well combined. Pat evenly into a parchment-lined 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
Bake in the center of oven until golden, about 30 minutes. Transfer to rack to cool completely.
Cut into bars (2×12 rows or 8×3 rows).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 cal, Cholesterol 10 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 4 g

CHEWY WALNUT PAN BARS

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These rich nutty bars from Tori Dunton are so tasty, we doubled her recipe to serve a crowd! "Our family has been making these yummy treats for years," writes the Acme, Pennsylvania cook. "We especially like to eat them with a dish of vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 eggs
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the egg mixture. Stir in walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bars pull away from edges of the pan. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEWY WALNUT SQUARES

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Make and share this Chewy Walnut Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 9 squares, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup egg substitute (Egg Beaters)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, vanilla and egg substitute, beating until well blended.
In a separate bowl sift together the flour, baking soda and salt.
Add the dry mixture to the brown sugar mixture and stir just until incorporated and moist; don't over mix.
Fold in walnuts; then spread into a greased 9" square pan.
Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 19 min; then cool in pan.
Cut in squares to serve.
Variation: swap out the walnuts for pecans instead.
TIP: you may wish to chop the walnuts a little more finely if you have very young children, if choking may be an issue for them or refrain from giving them access to this treat entirely.

Tips:

Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients blend together more smoothly and create a more tender crumb.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour and make the bars tough.
Be generous with the walnuts. The walnuts add a delicious crunch and flavor to the bars.
Bake the bars until they are just set in the center. Overbaking will dry them out.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.

Conclusion:

These chewy walnut pan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are packed with flavor and have a wonderful texture. Plus, they are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these chewy walnut pan bars a try. You won't be disappointed!