Sans Rival

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (120g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (120g) light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (1 stick/113g) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large egg whites
• 1/2 cup (40g) finely chopped cashew nuts

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4. Gradually fold the egg whites into the sugar mixture until evenly incorporated.
5. Sprinkle in the chopped cashew nuts and mix well.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
8. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the pan):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and airy texture with a crunchy cashew nut topping.
• Sweet and buttery flavor with a hint of caramel.
• Perfect for special occasions or as an everyday treat.

User Comments:

• "This sans rival is absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of sweetness and crunch."
• "I love the Asian-inspired use of cashew nuts."
• "It's so easy to make, even for a beginner baker."
• "I served it to my guests and they raved about it."
• "This will definitely become a regular recipe in my kitchen."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the egg whites are stiff enough, beat them until they form stiff peaks when the beaters are lifted.
• For a crispier topping, bake for a few minutes longer.
• Let the sans rival cool completely before cutting to prevent it from crumbling.