Best 6 Portuguese Walnut Squares Recipes
Treat yourself to the delightful flavors of Portuguese walnut squares, a classic pastry that combines the richness of walnuts with a sweet, flaky crust. These delectable treats are a staple in Portuguese cuisine and have captured the hearts of many with their unique texture and irresistible taste. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of creating these delectable squares, providing you with a recipe that will yield perfect results every time. We'll explore the ingredients, techniques, and tips needed to achieve a golden-brown crust, a soft and tender filling, and that perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness that makes Portuguese walnut squares so special. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind this delightful pastry.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PORTUGUESE WALNUT SQUARES
Women's Day Collectors Cookbook Dec '66. Remains fresh for 3 weeks at room temperature if airtight.
Provided by bmorrow
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 16 squares, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar using electric mixer, if available.
- Add egg and beat well.
- Add vanilla, milk, and 2 Tbsp of port.
- Grind or grate, chop very fine, or whirl in blender 1 cup nuts.
- Place in mixing bowl.
- Add dry ingredients and stir.
- Fold in butter/egg mixture to make a batter; do not over-beat.
- Spoon into a lightly buttered and floured 9 inches square pan.
- Bake in moderate oven 350F 15-20 min or until cake tests done.
- As soon as the cake is removed from the oven, brush top with 2-3 Tbsp of port.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Mix well confectioners sugar, salt, 1 Tbsp softened butter, and 1 Tbsp of port, or enough to obtain a glaze of spreading consistancy. Tint a light pink with a little red food coloring.
- Spread cake with glaze.
- Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
- Set until firm.
- Cut into 16 squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.8, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 77.2, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 18, Protein 2.2
GOLDEN WALNUT CARAMEL SQUARES
A walnut-packed caramel tops a buttery crust in this decadent candy.-Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 6-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line a 9-in. baking pan with foil and grease the foil; set aside., In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into prepared pan; prick crust with a fork. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until set and edges begin to brown., Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Allow chips to soften for a few minutes, then spread over crust; set aside., In a large heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook sugar until melted. Do not stir. Reduce heat to low; cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown., In a large saucepan, combine the butter, cream and corn syrup. Slowly pour in cooked sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in walnuts. Pour over prepared crust., In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Drizzle over caramel layer. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut candy into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHEWY WALNUT PAN BARS
These rich nutty bars from Tori Dunton are so tasty, we doubled her recipe to serve a crowd! "Our family has been making these yummy treats for years," writes the Acme, Pennsylvania cook. "We especially like to eat them with a dish of vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the egg mixture. Stir in walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bars pull away from edges of the pan. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PORTUGUESE WALNUT SQUARES
These are chewy walnut bars made by my Titia Albertin in Sao Miguel, Azores. They have a wonderful flavor that comes from Port wine.
Provided by John J Pacheco
Categories Portuguese Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla, milk and 2 tablespoons Port wine. Combine the flour, chopped walnuts and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Brush the top with 2 tablespoons of the Port wine as soon as it comes out of the oven. Let cool to room temperature before glazing.
- To make the glaze, beat together the confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon of butter, and 1 tablespoon of port wine until smooth and spreadable. Spread over the cooled bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 68.8 mg, Sugar 14.3 g
PORTUGUESE WALNUT SQUARES
These are chewy walnut bars made by my Titia Albertin in Sao Miguel, Azores. They have a wonderful flavor that comes from Port wine.
Provided by John J Pacheco
Categories Portuguese Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla, milk and 2 tablespoons Port wine. Combine the flour, chopped walnuts and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Brush the top with 2 tablespoons of the Port wine as soon as it comes out of the oven. Let cool to room temperature before glazing.
- To make the glaze, beat together the confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon of butter, and 1 tablespoon of port wine until smooth and spreadable. Spread over the cooled bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 68.8 mg, Sugar 14.3 g
WALNUT SQUARES
These are homey, old fashioned cookies that have a wonderful richness to them. The recipe was given to me by my dear friend Mary, who is like a 2nd mother to me, and one of my favorite people to swap recipes with.
Provided by momaphet
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 16 squares
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees, grease well an 8" square pan.
- Beat egg until foamy, beat in brown sugar and vanilla.
- Sift together dry ingredients, mix into to egg mixture, stir in walnuts.
- Bake until the top has a dull crust about 25 minutes, cut into squares while warm, cool and then remove from the pan.
- Easily doubled, bake in a 9x13 pan.
Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh walnuts for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the walnuts by hand, but it will take longer.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can make the squares tough.
- Bake the squares until they are just set in the center, as overbaking will make them dry.
- Let the squares cool completely before cutting them into bars.
Conclusion:
Portuguese Walnut Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich, nutty flavor and gooey, caramel-like filling, these squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Portuguese Walnut Squares a try.
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