Cinnamon and Walnut Pie Bars

Cinnamon and Walnut Pie Bars are a delicious dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These bars are made with a buttery crust, a creamy cinnamon filling, and topped with crunchy walnuts. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients (serves 12):

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped walnuts

Cooking tips:

- Make sure the butter is softened before mixing it with the flour, sugar, and salt to create the crust.
- Use a fork to prick the crust before baking to prevent it from puffing up.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
3. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
4. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
5. Pour the filling over the baked crust and sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top.
6. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and the walnuts are golden brown.
7. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Appearance and taste:
Cinnamon and Walnut Pie Bars are a beautiful golden brown color with a crunchy walnut topping. The creamy cinnamon filling is perfectly balanced with the buttery crust and nutty walnuts. These bars are sweet, but not overly so, making them a great dessert for any occasion.
Type of dish: Dessert bars
Main ingredients: Cinnamon, walnuts, butter