Orange and Brazil Nut Squares Recipe

Name: Orange and Brazil Nut Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; ½ cup icing sugar; 1 tablespoon grated orange rind; 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional); 1 pinch salt; ⅔ cup packed brown sugar; 3 tablespoons orange juice; 3 tablespoons orange marmalade; 1 cup brazil nut (flaked or sliced)

Servings: persons

½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup icing sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
1 pinch salt
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 cup brazil nut (flaked or sliced)

1
In bowl, beat together 1/2 cup/125 mL of the butter with icing sugar until light and fluffy; beat in rind.
2
Whisk together flour, cardamom (if using) and salt; stir into butter mixture in 2 additions.
3
Line 9-inch/ 2.5 L square metal cake pan with parchment paper, leaving 1-inch/2.5 cm hanging over sides.
4
With floured hands, pat dough into pan.
5
Bake in centre of 350F/180C oven until lightly coloured, 15 to 17 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in small saucepan, bring remaining butter, brown sugar, orange juice and marmalade to boil, stirring constantly.
7
Remove from heat and stir in nuts.
8
Spread over cookie base; bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
9
Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes; lift from pan and, using chef's knife, cut into squares.
10
Let cool on rack.

600

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter, softened, 2 tablespoons butter, softened, ½ cup icing sugar, 1 tablespoon grated orange rind, and more.

Yes, Orange and Brazil Nut 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.

Orange and Brazil Nut Squares

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