Macadamia Nut Bars

Here's another macadamia nut recipe. Depending on the size of the bar, this recipe makes from 1 to 3 dozen bars.

• Calories: 493 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9 x 13 inch baking pan.

Step 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.

Step 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

Step 4

Pour the filling over the crust, and distribute chopped macadamia nuts evenly over the top.

Step 5

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until firm. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool. When cool, cut into bars.