These Touchdown Chocolate Bars are a decadent dessert featuring a tender, crumbly shortbread-like base topped with a rich, gooey chocolate layer. Made with simple pantry staples like Hershey’s Cocoa, Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and chocolatey flavors. The texture is soft and chewy, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving them at a party, packing them for a picnic, or enjoying them as an afternoon snack, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare and bake, they come together quickly, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment. Customize with your favorite nuts or extra chocolate drizzle for added flair.
Touchdown Chocolate Bars
Description
These Touchdown Chocolate Bars are a decadent dessert featuring a tender, crumbly shortbread-like base topped with a rich, gooey chocolate layer. Made with simple pantry staples like Hershey's Cocoa, Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and chocolatey flavors. The texture is soft and chewy, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you're serving them at a party, packing them for a picnic, or enjoying them as an afternoon snack, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare and bake, they come together quickly, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment. Customize with your favorite nuts or extra chocolate drizzle for added flair.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.
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Cut in the cold butter or margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add the beaten egg and mix until the dough comes together.
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Press half of the dough evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-inch baking pan.
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Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and spread the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the hot crust.
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Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) over the condensed milk.
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Crumble the remaining dough over the top.
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Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
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Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 36
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 4187.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 95.4g147%
- Saturated Fat 31.4g157%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1253.4mg53%
- Total Carbohydrate 595.1g199%
- Dietary Fiber 31.1g125%
- Sugars 242.5g
- Protein 54.5g110%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk, for the correct sweetness and texture.
For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Feel free to customize with different mix-ins like peanut butter chips, white chocolate chips, or dried fruits.
Ensure the butter is cold for the best crumbly texture in the crust.
