Cocoa Bars

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Servings: 24 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, fudgy chocolate bars with a buttery crust and crunchy nut topping
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Cocoa Bars

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24 Calories: 139.7

Description

These Cocoa Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert, combining a tender, buttery shortbread-like crust with a dense, fudgy chocolate layer loaded with nuts. The contrast between the crisp base and the soft, moist chocolate center creates a satisfying texture that pairs perfectly with the deep flavor of cocoa and a hint of almond extract. Ideal for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a rainy afternoon, these bars are easy to assemble and bake in a single pan. They hold together well for transport, making them a favorite for sharing with friends and family who appreciate classic, homemade chocolate treats.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. For the crust, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Blend in 1 cup of all-purpose flour until a dough forms, then press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden, then remove from oven but keep it hot.
  5. In a large bowl, beat eggs slightly, then combine granulated sugar, cocoa, remaining 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Stir the dry mixture into the eggs until smooth, then blend in vanilla and almond extract.
  7. Fold in chopped almonds or pecans gently.
  8. Spread the chocolate batter evenly over the hot baked crust.
  9. Return to oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 139.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.5g24%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 230.6mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 0.2g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.1g1%

* 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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