Chocolate Dulce de Leche Bars

Chocolate Dulce de Leche Bars
1500 min.
24
142kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Chocolate Dulce de Leche Bars, a decadent treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate and creamy caramel flavors. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a delightful snack, these bars are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your dessert desires.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a luscious layer of bittersweet chocolate, complemented by the smooth, velvety texture of dulce de leche. Each bite offers a delightful contrast between the buttery shortbread base and the luxurious chocolate filling, making them an ideal choice for any occasion. With a preparation time of just 1500 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these bars to share with friends and family.

Perfect for antipasti, starters, or as a sweet snack, these bars are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a standout addition to your dessert table. The combination of flavors and textures will leave everyone wanting more, and the best part is that they can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a day. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone raving!

Ingredients

  • ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped (preferably in a food processor)
  • cup dulce de leche 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • stick butter unsalted softened
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pure

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • offset spatula
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Butter a shallow 9- to 9 1/2-inch square baking pan (1 to 1 1/2 inches deep). Line bottom and 2 sides with parchment paper, leaving an overhang. Butter parchment.
  2. Blend together butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl with a fork. Sift in flour and blend with fork until a soft dough forms.
  3. Spread dough evenly in baking pan using an offset spatula or back of a spoon, then prick all over with fork.
  4. Bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes, then cool completely in pan on a rack, about 30 minutes.
  5. Bring cream and dulce de lecheto a simmer in a small heavy saucepan, stirring with a wooden spoon until dulce de leche has dissolved.
  6. Whisk together yolks in a bowl, then slowly whisk in hot cream mixture. Return to pan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until pan is visible in tracks of spoon and mixture registers 170°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  7. Remove from heat and whisk in chocolate until melted.
  8. Pour chocolate mixture over cooled shortbread and chill, uncovered, until cold and set, about 2 hours.
  9. Run a small knife around edges to loosen, then transfer to a cutting board using parchment.
  10. Cut with a hot clean knife (dip in hot water and wipe clean between cuts) into 24 bars. Chill until ready to serve.
  11. Chocolate dulce de leche bars can be chilled in an airtight container up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories142kcal
Protein4.7%
Fat65.98%
Carbs29.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.88
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.7682608680233%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.6kcal
7.08%
Fat:10.46g
16.1%
Saturated Fat:6.28g
39.25%
Carbohydrates:10.46g
3.49%
Net Carbohydrates:9.85g
3.58%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:52.28mg
17.43%
Sodium:54.56mg
2.37%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Caffeine:5.08mg
1.69%
Protein:1.68g
3.35%
Vitamin A:307.25IU
6.14%
Selenium:4.23µg
6.04%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.89%
Copper:0.09mg
4.34%
Iron:0.73mg
4.03%
Phosphorus:39.04mg
3.9%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.76%
Folate:14.24µg
3.56%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.33%
Magnesium:12.76mg
3.19%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.55%
Fiber:0.61g
2.45%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.08%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.92%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.85%
Calcium:18.35mg
1.83%
Potassium:56.9mg
1.63%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.6%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.5%
Vitamin K:1.11µg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious