Chestnut Honey Squares Recipe

Name: Chestnut Honey Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 120 grams (3/4 cup) unbleached all-purpose flour; 45 grams (1/2 cup) almond meal (see note); 35 grams (3 tablespoons) sugar, preferably unrefined vanilla sugar (see note); 1/2 teaspoon salt, preferably fine sea salt; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes; 1 large egg yolk; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 80 grams (1 cup) sliced almonds; 30 grams (1/3 cup) candied orange or lemon peel, cut into tiny cubes; 65 grams (1/3 cup) sugar, preferably vanilla sugar; 2 tablespoons chestnut honey or other intensely flavored honey; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

120 grams (3/4 cup) unbleached all-purpose flour
45 grams (1/2 cup) almond meal (see note)
35 grams (3 tablespoons) sugar, preferably unrefined vanilla sugar (see note)
1/2 teaspoon salt, preferably fine sea salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
80 grams (1 cup) sliced almonds
30 grams (1/3 cup) candied orange or lemon peel, cut into tiny cubes
65 grams (1/3 cup) sugar, preferably vanilla sugar
2 tablespoons chestnut honey or other intensely flavored honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Line a 9 1/2-inch-square baking pan with parchment, letting it hang over the sides for easier removal later.
3
Prepare the pastry: In a food processor, combine flour, almond meal, sugar and salt.
4
Pulse to blend.
5
Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6
Add egg yolk, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of water.
7
Pulse to incorporate.
8
Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water through the feed tube, tablespoon by tablespoon, pulsing until just before the pastry forms a ball.
9
You may not need all the water.
10
Turn the dough out into the prepared baking pan.
11
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the pan.
12
Place in the oven on the center rack and bake until the pastry begins to brown around the edges, 12 to 15 minutes.
13
While the pastry is baking, prepare the topping: In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
14
Add the almonds, candied peel, sugar, honey and vanilla extract.
15
Heat just until the ingredients are incorporated.
16
Remove the pan and spread the almond-honey mixture evenly over the pastry.
17
Return the pan to the oven and bake until the topping is a deep gold, 12 to 15 minutes.
18
Remove and transfer to a rack to cool in the pan.
19
Once it has cooled, remove from the pan and cut into 32 squares.
20
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 120 grams (3/4 cup) unbleached all-purpose flour, 45 grams (1/2 cup) almond meal (see note), 35 grams (3 tablespoons) sugar, preferably unrefined vanilla sugar (see note), 1/2 teaspoon salt, preferably fine sea salt, and more.

Yes, Chestnut Honey Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chestnut Honey Squares

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Variations & substitutions

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