Macadamia Nut Bars

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  2. To make the crust, start by combining the flour and brown sugar in a large bowl. Then cut in vegetable shortening until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the baking pan.
  3. For the filling, beat the egg until thick and light colored. Next, beat in the baking soda. Lastly, stir in the sour cream. Mix until well blended
  4. Pour the filling over the crust, and distribute chopped macadamia nuts evenly over the top.
  5. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until firm. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool. When cool, cut into bars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

653 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7g 14% DV
Total Fat 34.4g 44% DV
Carbs 81.9g 30% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 24.4g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 6953mg 100% DV
Potassium 405.3mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 66.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 34.8mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 123.5mg 10% DV
Iron 2.1mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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