Chocolate Macadamia Chunk Bars With Vanilla Icing

Name: Chocolate Macadamia Chunk Bars With Vanilla Icing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup softened butter; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 ¾ cups chocolate chips, divided; ¾ cup chopped macadamia nuts; ½ cup sugar; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar; 1 tablespoon milk; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

¾ cup softened butter
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 ¾ cups chocolate chips, divided
¾ cup chopped macadamia nuts
½ cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Heat oven to 375F.
2
Beat butter and sugars in large bowl; mix until fluffy.
3
Add in the egg and vanilla extract, beating well.
4
Add baking soda and flour, beat well.
5
Stir 1 cup of chocolate and nuts.
6
Press mixture in a non greased 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
7
Sprinkly leftover 3/4 cup chips on top.
8
Bake for 22-25 minutes, until golden.
9
Let cool in pan.
10
Prepare vanilla icing, then drizzle over top.
11
Let glaze set before cutting into bars.
12
Icing: Combine confectioners' sugar with milk and vanilla extract.
13
Mix until smooth.
14
This is about 1/2 cup of icing.

1500

kcal

Calories

Fat

226

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup softened butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 ¾ cups chocolate chips, divided, ¾ cup chopped macadamia nuts, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Macadamia Chunk Bars With Vanilla Icing 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!