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Chunky Chocolate Bars

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These Chunky Chocolate Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender, shortbread-like crust topped with a rich, fudgy chocolate layer. The combination of cocoa powder in the base and melted semi-sweet chocolate in the filling creates a deep, satisfying chocolate flavor. Hints of vanilla and almond extract add complexity, while chopped pecans provide a delightful textural contrast. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and always disappear quickly. They store well, making them a great make-ahead treat for any occasion.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 2236.7
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Chunky Chocolate Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender, shortbread-like crust topped with a rich, fudgy chocolate layer. The combination of cocoa powder in the base and melted semi-sweet chocolate in the filling creates a deep, satisfying chocolate flavor. Hints of vanilla and almond extract add complexity, while chopped pecans provide a delightful textural contrast. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and always disappear quickly. They store well, making them a great make-ahead treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cup Flour
  • 3/4 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Almond extract
  • 12 ounce Package semisweet chocolate
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.
  3. 3
    Cut in 1 cup of chilled butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4
    Firmly press the dough into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13-inch baking pan to form an even crust.
  5. 5
    Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove from oven.
  6. 6
    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  8. 8
    Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the hot crust.
  9. 9
    Top with remaining chocolate chips and 1 cup of chopped pecans, pressing them gently into the chocolate layer.
  10. 10
    Return to oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is set.
  11. 11
    Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2236.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 93.2g144%
Saturated Fat 55.3g277%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 78.2mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 311.4g104%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g165%
Sugars 183.8g
Protein 28.7g58%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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