Best 5 Macadamia Nut Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing macadamia nut bar recipes. These delectable treats are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a crispy oat crust, a sweet and chewy filling studded with crunchy macadamia nuts, and a rich chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are a delightful combination of sweet and nutty, with a hint of saltiness from the oats. Choose from three irresistible variations: the classic macadamia nut bar with its timeless appeal, the salted caramel macadamia nut bar with its decadent twist, and the white chocolate macadamia nut bar with its creamy, dreamy flavor. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a perfect balance of ingredients, resulting in a truly unforgettable dessert experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating these irresistible macadamia nut bars that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you longing for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MACADAMIA NUT PIñA COLADA BARS



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These bars will help you imagine you're on a tropical island!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons reserved pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with shortening. Drain pineapple well, reserving 3 teaspoons juice for Pineapple Glaze. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour, the butter and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar with spoon until flour is moistened. Press in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until blended. Stir in pineapple and all remaining Bar ingredients. Spread over partially baked crust.
  • Bake bars 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, mix all Pineapple Glaze ingredients until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle glaze over bars. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg

CHOCOCHIP, COCONUT & MACADAMIA NUT COOKIE BARS



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Make and share this Chocochip, Coconut & Macadamia Nut Cookie Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by love4culinary

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F In a small saucepan melt butter.
  • Stir in your crumbs, and combine thoroughly.
  • Press mixture into a 13x9 pan.
  • Pour the condensed milk evenly over the crumbs, and then scatter the chocolate chips evenly.
  • Next, sprinkle the coconut and nuts evenly.
  • Now, press down firmly over the entire mixture.
  • Put into your preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until light golden brown.
  • Cool completely in pan on top of a wire rack.

WHITE CHOCOLATE-MACADAMIA NUT BARS



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White chocolate and macadamia nuts--two of the richest flavors imaginable--come together in these remarkable cookie bars.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 eggs
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts or slivered almonds
1 cup white baking chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Heat butter and brown sugar in 3-quart saucepan over low heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted; remove from heat.
  • Beat vanilla and eggs into sugar mixture with electric mixer on medium speed. Beat in flour and baking powder on low speed. Stir in half of the nuts and 1/4 cup of the baking chips. Pour into pan. Sprinkle with remaining nuts and 1/2 cup of the baking chips.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and center is set. Cool about 30 minutes.
  • Melt remaining 1/4 cup baking chips and the shortening in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour into small resealable plastic food-storage bag; seal bag. Cut small opening in a corner of the bag. Squeeze bag to drizzle melted chips over bars. Cool until set. For 48 bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

MACADAMIA NUT PIñA COLADA BARS



Macadamia Nut Piña Colada Bars image

These bars will help you imagine you're on a tropical island!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons reserved pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with shortening. Drain pineapple well, reserving 3 teaspoons juice for Pineapple Glaze. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour, the butter and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar with spoon until flour is moistened. Press in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until blended. Stir in pineapple and all remaining Bar ingredients. Spread over partially baked crust.
  • Bake bars 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In small bowl, mix all Pineapple Glaze ingredients until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle glaze over bars. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg

MACADAMIA NUT BARS



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Here's another macadamia nut recipe. Depending on the size of the bar, this recipe makes from 1 to 3 dozen bars.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Nut Cookie Recipes     Macadamia Nut

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup shortening
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • To make the crust, start by combining the flour and brown sugar in a large bowl. Then cut in vegetable shortening until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the baking pan.
  • For the filling, beat the egg until thick and light colored. Next, beat in the baking soda. Lastly, stir in the sour cream. Mix until well blended
  • Pour the filling over the crust, and distribute chopped macadamia nuts evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until firm. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool. When cool, cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 23.9 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 132.1 mg, Sugar 36.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your macadamia nut bars. Use fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible, and avoid using any ingredients that are processed or contain artificial additives.
  • Toast the macadamia nuts before using them: Toasting the macadamia nuts will help to bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant. To toast the nuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and bake them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
  • Use a food processor to chop the macadamia nuts: A food processor will make quick work of chopping the macadamia nuts into small pieces. If you do not have a food processor, you can also chop the nuts by hand using a sharp knife.
  • Press the macadamia nut mixture firmly into the pan: When you are pressing the macadamia nut mixture into the pan, use your fingers or the back of a spoon to press down firmly so that the mixture is evenly distributed and compact.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them: Once the bars have been baked, allow them to cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Macadamia nut bars are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for on-the-go. They are made with simple, wholesome ingredients and are packed with flavor. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a satisfying afternoon snack, macadamia nut bars are a great option.

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