Best 9 Maple Walnut Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our Maple Walnut Bars, a classic treat that tantalizes taste buds with its irresistible combination of textures and sweetness. These delightful bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of rich maple filling, and a generous topping of crunchy walnuts, all culminating in a harmonious bite. With two variations to choose from, the classic Maple Walnut Bars and the decadent Chocolate Maple Walnut Bars, this recipe offers something for every palate. For those seeking a gluten-free option, we've also included a carefully curated recipe that delivers the same delightful flavors without compromising on texture or taste. Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind these irresistible Maple Walnut Bars and guide you through the steps to recreate them in your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE WALNUT SHORTBREAD BARS



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Maple and walnut are a winning combination in these buttery bars that are a refreshing alternative to a chocolate dessert.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 11h35m

Yield sixteen 4 by 1-inch bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into chunks, at room temperature, plus more for pan
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped, optional
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for working with dough
1/4 cup rice flour
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped toasted walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Cut a piece of foil 8 by 16-inches. Butter the corners and sides of an 8-by-8-inch baking pan. Line the pan with the foil, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  • Beat the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Reduce the speed to medium and add the egg yolk, syrup, vanilla extract and vanilla bean seeds if using. Reduce the speed to low, add the flours and salt, all at once, and beat until just combined. Add the walnuts and continue to mix until fully combined.
  • Using your hands, drop the dough in pieces evenly into the prepared pan. Flour your hands lightly and press the dough together and into the corners of the pan. Put a piece of waxed paper on top of the dough and use something square and heavy-another pan, a pound of cold butter-to press the dough into the pan and make a smooth, even top. Chill until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • When it is firm, use a fork to score the dough all over. Bake until deep golden brown and starting to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 45 minutes. Cool completely on a rack, about 2 hours, then wrap with plastic wrap, and let sit at room temperature overnight.
  • Place a lightweight cutting board or a baking rack over the top of the pan. Flip and set on the counter. Gently pull the pan from the foil and the foil from the pan to lift off the pan. Gently peel the foil off the bar. Place another lightweight cutting board on top, and flip the bar right-side-up.
  • Using a sharp, serrated knife, slice the square in half. Then slice each half into 8 bars.

MAPLE WALNUT BARS



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This is a maple flavored bar with a delicious cream cheese icing.

Provided by Debbie Rowe

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
1 cup real maple syrup
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup ground walnuts
½ cup butter, softened
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
3 tablespoons real maple syrup
⅜ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease an 8 x 8 inch pan.
  • In a medium bowl combine flour and baking soda. Mix well and set aside.
  • In a large bowl with an electric mixer, blend brown sugar and 1/2 cup margarine to form a grainy paste. Scrape down sides of bowl, then add 1 cup syrup, egg and vanilla. Beat at medium speed until smooth.
  • Add the flour mixture and walnuts and blend at low speed just until combined. Pour batter into baking pan and smooth top with a spatula. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool in pan.
  • To Make Maple Frosting: In a medium bowl, cream 1/2 cup margarine and cream cheese with an electric mixer at high speed. Add 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and beat until smooth. Slowly add confectioners sugar and reduce mixer speed to low. Once sugar is added mix until smooth. If frosting appears thin gradually add confectioners sugar until frosting thickens. Spread frosting on top of bars in pan and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 140.7 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

MAPLE WALNUT BARS



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Embrace the Christmas season by baking these maple and walnut bars - a delicious dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup real maple syrup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter, the granulated sugar and egg yolk with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Add flour and salt; beat until moist clumps form. Press dough in bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of pan. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat syrup, brown sugar, whipping cream and 3 tablespoons butter to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and walnuts. Pour hot filling over partially baked crust.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until filling is bubbling in center. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate 1 hour. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 90 mg

MAPLE WALNUT BARS



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This is a quick and easy bar cookie made with a cake mix crust. I was given a huge bottle of maple syrup on the condition that I make cookies and this is what I used it for. These are not overly sweet and a great fall cookie.

Provided by mary winecoff

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package white cake mix (I used a vanilla)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • For the bottom layer, in a large bowl, combine cake mix, butter and egg.
  • Stir until mixture forms a thick dough.
  • Press evenly into the bottom and 1/2 inch up the sides of a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until golden.
  • Meanwhile, for the top layer, in a large bowl, combine syrup, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
  • Beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
  • Stir in walnuts.
  • Pour over hot bottom layer; spread to cover the entire surface.
  • Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until the top layer just starts to set.
  • Cool completely in pan.
  • Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.9, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 36.6, Sodium 182.2, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 20.3, Protein 2.9

WALNUT MAPLE BARS WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST RECIPE - (5/5)



Walnut Maple Bars with Shortbread Crust Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by Texaschef11

Number Of Ingredients 14

Cinnamon Shortbread Crust
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
6 tbsp butter, chilled and cut into 4-6 pieces
Walnut Maple Topping
2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 large eggs
2 tbsp butter, melted and cooled
1 tbsp all purpose flour
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F. Line a 9×9-inch square pan with aluminum foil. In the bowl of a food processor, combine all of the crust ingredients. Pulse several times until a coarse, sandy mixture forms. Pour into prepared baking dish and press into an even layer. Bake for 13-15 minutes, until crust is very lightly browned around the edges. Spread walnuts in an even layer over the still-warm crust (crust does not need to cool before filling). In a medium bowl, make the rest of the topping. Whisk together sugar, maple syrup, eggs and melted butter until very smooth. Add in flour vanilla and whisk until well combined. Pour over walnuts and put the baking pan back in the oven. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until tart is set and topping is golden brown. Cool bars completely in the pan, then use the aluminum foil to easily lift them out before slicing. Makes 20 bars. Serves 10-12

MAPLE WALNUT BARS



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Make and share this Maple Walnut Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 24-28 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix, divided
1/3 cup butter, melted
4 eggs, divided
1 1/3 cups maple syrup
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 13"x9" baking pan.
  • Reserve 2/3 cup cake mix; set aside.
  • For the crust: in a large mixing bowl, stir together remaining cake mix, melted butter and 1 egg until thoroughly blended (mixture will be crumbly).
  • Press mixture evenly into bottom of prepared pan.
  • Bake until light golden brown (15-20 minutes).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine reserved cake mix, maple syrup, remaining 3 eggs, sugar and vanilla extract; beat at low speed of electric mixer for 3 minutes.
  • Pour over crust.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts.
  • Bake until filling is set (30-35 minutes).
  • Cool completely in pan.
  • Cut into bars to serve, and store any extras in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.3, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 174.3, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 23.1, Protein 2.8

MAPLE WALNUT COOKIE BARS



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This recipe was created from an old recipe. I added nuts to the crust. I also added maple syrup and butter to the filling. I topped it off with a white chocolate maple drizzle. Enjoy!

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

COOKIE CRUST
1/3 c light brown sugar
1/2 c softened butter
1/3 c ground walnuts
1 1/3 c flour
FILLING
1/4 c butter
2/3 c brown sugar
1/4 c maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 c chopped walnuts
3 Tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla
VANILLA MAPLE DRIZZLE
white chocolate chips
real maple syrup

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degree's. Combine all ingredients for the cookie. It's easier to use your hands. Combine well. Press dough in to an 8 inch square parchment lined pan. You can use foil if you grease it well.
  • 2. Bake at 350 until edges are slightly browned. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • 3. Make the filling. In a sauce pan. Combine all ingredients together except for the nuts,and vanilla. Stir and cook over high heat until boiling. Reduce heat to medium high.Stir until the mixture gets thickened. This should take about 7-10 minutes.
  • 4. Add the vanilla and nuts. Pour on top of cookie crust. Spread mixture evenly on top. Place back in oven and bake about 20-30 minutes. The filling will look thick and browned nicely.
  • 5. Remove from oven and cool. Cut in to squares. Serve alone,or with ice cream on top.

MRS. FIELD'S VERMONT MAPLE WALNUT BARS RECIPE - (3.6/5)



Mrs. Field's Vermont Maple Walnut Bars Recipe - (3.6/5) image

Provided by HeatherS

Number Of Ingredients 15

Bars:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 cup pure maple syrup
1 large egg
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup (4 oz) walnuts, chopped
Maple Frosting:
1/2 cup salted butter, softened
2 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 Tbs light brown sugar, packed
3 Tbs pure maple syrup
1/4 cup & 2 Tbs confectioners' sugar
walnut halves (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease an 8 by 8 inch baking pan. To make bars: In a medium bowl combine flour and soda. Mix well with a wire whisk and set aside. In a large bowl with an electric mixer blend sugar and butter to form a grainy paste. Scrape down sides of bowl, then add syrup, egg and vanilla. Beat at medium speed until smooth. Add the flour mixture and walnuts, and blend at low speed just until combined. Do not overmix. Pour batter into baking pan and smooth top with a spatula. Bake 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes, then invert onto cooling rack. Cool completely before icing. To make frosting: In a medium bowl cream butter and cream cheese with electric mixer at high speed. Add brown sugar and maple syrup, and beat until smooth. Reduce mixer speed to medium, and slowly add confectioners' sugar. Once sugar is incorporated, increase speed to high, and mix until smooth. If frosting appears thin, gradually add confectioners' sugar until frosting thickens. Using a metal spatula, spread frosting on top and sides of maple bars. If desired, make designs on frosting or decorate with walnut halves. Yield:12-16 bars

MAPLE WALNUT BARS



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I love simple, throw together, recipes that I can make on short notice. This one is the king of them all. Easy, delicious and looks sooooooooooo good.

Provided by Carolyn Stewart

Categories     Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg, beaten
1/2 c sugar
1/3 c butter or margarine, melted
1/2 c self rising flour
1 tsp maple flavoring
1 c walnuts, chopped
1/2 c raisins

Steps:

  • 1. Combine egg and sugar, beating well. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Spread evenly in a greased 8" square baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Cool in pan; cut into bars or squares.
  • 2. Carolyn's Notes: I used my electric hand mixer seeing that everything had to be "mixed well". If you do not have Maple Flavoring, use 1 tsp of Maple Syrup and 1 tst of Vanilla. Worked for me the first time I made it. Wow, are these ever delicious and I will post a picture the next time I make them. From the kitchen of Carolyn, the Crafty Gourmet

Tips:

  • Mise en place: As with all baking, having all of your ingredients and tools ready before you start will make the process go much smoother.
  • Use a good quality maple syrup: The quality of your maple syrup will have a big impact on the flavor of your bars. Look for a dark, amber-colored syrup with a strong maple flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set: The bars should be cooked through but still have a little bit of a jiggle to them in the center. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Maple walnut bars are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with a crowd. With their sweet, nutty flavor and gooey maple filling, these bars are sure to be a favorite. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give maple walnut bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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