Cashew Yummies
These are the best cookies in the world, if you like cashews. Everytime I make them, I get raves and requests for the recipe. Perfect for part of a Christmas assortment.
These are the best cookies in the world, if you like cashews. Everytime I make them, I get raves and requests for the recipe. Perfect for part of a Christmas assortment.
- Carbohydrate 21.2624263888889 g
- Cholesterol 216.857291666667 mg
- Fat 21.7214520833333 g
- Fiber 0.328212502983088 g
- Protein 6.80835277777778 g
- Saturated Fat 11.4338188194444 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Dozen (87g)
- Sodium 197.079194444444 mg
- Sugar 20.9342138859058 g
- Trans Fat 1.88323791666667 g
- Calories 302 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 9-inch square pan.
- Combine sugar, brown sugar and eggs. Mix well.
- Stir in flour, baking powder and cashews.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
- For topping, melt butter.
- Remove from heat. Add cashews, brown sugar and half-and-half. Mix well.
- Spread baked bars immediately with topping.
- Broil about 12 inches from heat for 1 or 2 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Cut into 24 squares.
The Cashew Foundation
Salted cashews do more than contribute a pleasant crunch; their inherent sodium content balances the rich sweetness of granulated and brown sugars throughout the batter. Because these nuts undergo roasting during processing, they retain less moisture than raw varieties, preventing unwanted sogginess in the baked crumb. Chopping the nuts uniformly ensures that every square distributes weight evenly without disrupting the structural integrity of the pan.
Scaling and Proportions
Multiplying pan quantities requires strict adherence to geometry rather than simple arithmetic. Doubling the recipe to fit a 9-by-13-inch baking dish changes the thermal mass, meaning the interior requires slightly longer in an oven set to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If cutting the quantities in half for a smaller batch, use an 8-inch square pan to maintain adequate batter depth, preventing the edges from overcooking before the center sets.
Finishing and Storage
Spreading the warm butter, brown sugar, and half-and-half topping immediately onto the freshly baked base allows the residual heat to partially dissolve the sugar granules before it enters the broiler. Positioning the pan precisely 12 inches away from the broiler element for one to two minutes prevents scorching while caramelizing the dairy solids. Kept in an airtight container at room temperature, these bars maintain their contrasting textures for up to three days.
