Pear Walnut Squares Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥧 Description:
An excellent way to utilize the abundant fall harvest of pears, these Pear Walnut Squares are a delightful treat. Serve them at room temperature or on a crisp fall night, warm them up for a few seconds and enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an added indulgence.
📋 Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
🔑 Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Pears, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Winter, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 3/4 cups | Flour |
| 3/4 cup | Powdered sugar |
| 3/4 cup | Butter |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | Walnuts |
| 3 | Pears |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 1/3 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 296.6
- Fat Content: 16.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8g
- Cholesterol Content: 83.4mg
- Sodium Content: 151.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 17.6g
- Protein Content: 4.5g
- Servings: 12
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, butter, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt; mix well.
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Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 7 x 11-inch baking dish.
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Top the crust with walnuts and slices of pears.
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In the same mixing bowl, beat together eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and the remaining cinnamon until well combined; pour the mixture over the pears.
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Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until set in the center.
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Allow the Pear Walnut Squares to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
These Pear Walnut Squares are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them perfect for dessert or a sweet snack. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. So, embrace the flavors of fall and indulge in the deliciousness of these homemade treats! 🍐🥧
