Salted Nut Bars

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these irresistible Salted Nut Bars. Featuring a buttery, crumbly shortbread base topped with a luscious layer of creamy sweetened condensed milk and light corn syrup, these bars are generously studded with salted peanuts and chopped almonds for a delightful crunch. A final sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances the rich, nutty flavors, making each bite utterly addictive. Ready in under an hour with simple pantry staples, these easy-to-make dessert bars are ideal for potlucks, gift-giving, or satisfying your next snack craving. Treat yourself to the ultimate combination of textures and flavors with this crowd-pleasing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups peanuts (salted, roasted)
• 0.5 cup almonds (chopped, salted)
• 0.25 teaspoons sea salt flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until the ingredients form a crumbly dough.

Step 4

Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden. While the crust is baking, prepare the topping.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Do not let it boil.

Step 6

Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Sprinkle the peanuts and chopped almonds evenly over the baked crust. Pour the condensed milk mixture over the nuts, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is bubbling and golden.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the sea salt flakes evenly over the top. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 16 squares or bars using a sharp knife.

Step 11

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1511.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6627.1

Total Fat 349.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 4475.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 782.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 521.1g
Protein 162.3g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1686.4mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 5079.8mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 45.2%