Kynda's Squares

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Kynda's Squares, a dessert bar that strikes the perfect balance between chewy and golden-brown perfection. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich, buttery flavors with the sweetness of light brown and granulated sugars, creating a luscious base that's speckled with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy pecans or walnuts. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and bake time, these squares boast a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to a simple yet precise technique of folding wet and dry ingredients to avoid overmixing. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or satisfying a weekday sweet tooth, these indulgent squares are a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed warm or chilled. Ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike, Kynda's Squares are a classic treat with modern versatility, perfect for dessert bars, bake sales, or snacking bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, stirring occasionally. Once melted, remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Add the light brown sugar and granulated sugar to the melted butter, whisking until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Whisk in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a soft texture.

Step 7

Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and let the squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, cut into 16 squares.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your rich, chocolatey Kynda S Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4185.2

Total Fat 193.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 1846.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 605.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 387.3g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 318.6mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 921.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 55.2%