Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars
Sweet and tangy Australian quandong fruit layered under a crunchy macadamia nut crumble, baked into delicious dessert bars. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers all-purpose flour, rolled oats, packed brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup macadamia nuts chopped
- 1 cup (2 sticks), cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1 cup quandong fruit jam or preserve
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup rolled oats, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup cold unsalted butter cubed to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts, reserving about 1/2 cup for topping.
- Step 4: Press half of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Step 5: Spread 1 cup quandong fruit jam evenly over the pressed base layer.
- Step 6: Sprinkle the reserved crumble and macadamia mixture evenly over the jam layer.
- Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the jam is bubbling around the edges.
- Step 8: Let cool completely before cutting into bars to serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Macadamia and Quandong Crumble Bars?
Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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