Chocolate Streusel Bars
Tired of the same old dessert bar recipes you've been making for years? Here's a non-traditional version of a great German classic: streusel. These yummy Chocolate Streusel Bars are a great on-the-go dessert and they're a fun twist on a classic treat. Try making a batch tonight and see what you think of these chocolate-y delights!
Cooking Time40 min
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter or margarine
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and cocoa. Cut in margarine until crumbly (mixture will be dry).
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Reserving 2 cups of crumb mixture, press remainder firmly on bottom of 13 x 9" baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth.
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Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Pour over prepared crust.
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Combine nuts with reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over cheese mixture.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly.
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Cool then chill. Cut into bars.
- Store covered in refrigerator.
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