Nutrition Facts for Walnut penuche microwave

Walnut Penuche Microwave

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this quick and delightful Walnut Penuche Microwave recipe, a caramel-like fudge bursting with rich flavors and crunchy walnut perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes, this microwave-friendly treat combines the buttery sweetness of light brown sugar with the creamy smoothness of powdered sugar, balanced by a hint of vanilla for a classic homemade confection. Chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch to every bite, making it the perfect dessert or giftable treat. With minimal effort and no stove required, this foolproof recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth penuche squares that will impress your friends and family. Store leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container for up to three days of indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:5 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 16

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter
  • 2 cups Light brown sugar, packed
  • 0.25 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 3 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Walnuts, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, light brown sugar, and milk.

Step 3

Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes. Remove the bowl, stir well, and microwave for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the powdered sugar to the hot mixture, stirring constantly, until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Allow the penuche to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or until it is firm.

Step 9

Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1057.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 4580.1
Total Fat 177.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 64.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 253.5mg 0%
Sodium 159.4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 771.2g 0%
Dietary Fiber 8g 0%
Total Sugars 747.6g
Protein 23.2g 0%
Vitamin D 26.8IU 0%
Calcium 516.5mg 0%
Iron 7.0mg 0%
Potassium 1167.4mg 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: 33.4%
Protein: 1.9%
Carbs: 64.6%