Maple Nut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Mix flour and granulated sugar in bowl. Cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Press into bottom of greased 9-inch square baking pan.
4. 4
   Bake 15 minutes or until very lightly browned.
5. 5
   Beat egg, brown sugar, syrup, melted butter and vanilla in bowl until well blended.
6. 6
   Stir in nuts.
7. 7
   Spread evenly over warm crust.
8. 8
   Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until topping is firm around edges and slightly soft in center. Cool in pan.
9. 9
   Cut into bars.
10. 10
    If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar.