Recipe: Chocolate Almond Roca Bar
Description:
Indulge in the delightful taste of Chocolate Almond Roca Bars, a creation inspired by my colleague Grace’s gift boxes of goodies. These bars are a perfect blend of crunchy graham wafers, rich brown sugar, buttery almonds, and luscious chocolate chips. Surprisingly easy to make, they are a treat for all occasions, whether you’re satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with a homemade delight.
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Keywords: Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Canadian, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 2923.7
- Fat Content: 195.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 86.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 244mg
- Sodium Content: 1739mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 292.6g
- Fiber Content: 22.8g
- Sugar Content: 214.5g
- Protein Content: 36.9g
Ingredients:
- 16 graham wafers (split to approximately 1×2 inches)
- 1 1/2 cups butter
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup almonds, sliced
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Layer an 11×17-inch cookie sheet with sides with the graham wafers, cut to fit snuggly. |
| 2 | Sprinkle the almonds evenly over the graham wafers and set aside. |
| 3 | In a saucepan, combine the butter and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the butter is fully incorporated. |
| 4 | Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture in a thin stream over the almond/wafer base, ensuring even coverage. |
| 5 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 6 | Place the prepared tray in the preheated oven and bake for 8 minutes or until the mixture becomes bubbly all over. |
| 7 | Remove the tray from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot mixture. |
| 8 | Use the tines of a fork to gently spread the chocolate chips over the surface, creating an even layer. |
| 9 | Allow the tray to cool on the counter until the chocolate is set. |
| 10 | Once cooled, cut the Chocolate Almond Roca Bars into squares using a sharp knife. |
Additional Tips:
- For best results, ensure the graham wafers are tightly packed together in the pan.
- To achieve perfectly cut pieces, freeze the tray for 10 minutes after cooling to solidify the chocolate before slicing.
- Store the bars in a tin box in the refrigerator to maintain their freshness, especially if you have chocolate lovers in the house!
- Customize your bars by using your preferred type of chocolate chips or adding extra toppings like shredded coconut or crushed nuts.
- These bars make a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family, packaged in a decorative box or tin. Enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures in every bite!
With its simple yet decadent ingredients and straightforward preparation, this Chocolate Almond Roca Bar recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether you’re craving a sweet snack or need a crowd-pleasing dessert, these bars are the perfect choice. Enjoy the irresistible combination of crunchy graham wafers, buttery caramel, toasted almonds, and velvety chocolate in every delicious bite!
