Better Than Anything Chocolate Layer Bars
Cream cheese and evaporated milk make these Better Than Anything Chocolate Layer Bars creamy and delightful while the semi-sweet chocolate chips give this dessert its rich chocolate flavor. The combination of chocolate and cream, paired with a perfectly crumbly crust mixture on bottom makes this one of the best dessert bar recipes we've come across. Great for chocolate lovers who want an easy dessert to take on the go with them, this portable treat is easy to make and even easier to eat! You're going to love this layered dessert recipe!
Cooking Time40 min
Ingredients
- 1 (12-ounce) package Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 2/3 cup (one 5 oz. can) evaporated milk
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- For the Crust/Topping:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine
- 2 eggs
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 13x9 inch pan.
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In medium saucepan, combine chocolate chips, cream cheese and evaporated milk; cook over low heat, stirring constantly until chips are melted and mixture is blended.
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Remove from heat and stir in walnuts, sesame seeds (if desired) and almond extract. Blend well; set aside.
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Stir together crust/topping ingredients; blend well until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Press half of crumb mixture into pan; spread with chocolate mixture. Sprinkle remaining crumbs over filling.
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Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely on wire rack before cutting into bars.
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