Chocolate-Chewy Scotch Bars Recipe 🍫
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Description: This indulgent recipe comes from the beloved 1973 Pillsbury Family Cookbook. Despite having this treasured cookbook since the ’70s, it’s my first time whipping up these delightful bars. Imagine a treat that’s chocolatey, chewy, buttery, and sweet enough to make your teeth twirl with joy—if that sounds irresistible to you, then these bars are an absolute must-try! They’re not just delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing your friends and family. 😋
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Easy
Ingredients:
- 2 cans sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup butter (divided into two parts: 2 tablespoons and 1 cup)
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup flaked coconut
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Oven: Start by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C), so it’s ready to go once you’ve mixed up your ingredients. 🔥
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Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan, melt together the chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons of butter, and one can of sweetened condensed milk over low heat. Stir occasionally to ensure the mixture is smooth and well combined. Once melted, set this chocolatey goodness aside. 🍫
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Create the Dough: In a separate saucepan, melt the remaining 1 cup of butter. Remove it from the heat and whisk in the brown sugar and eggs until fully incorporated. This will give your dough a rich, sweet base. 🧈🍚🥄
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Combine Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed. Finally, fold in the flaked coconut to add a delightful texture and flavor to your bars. 🌴
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Layer the Mixture: Spread half of the prepared dough evenly in an ungreased 15×10-inch jellyroll pan, creating a nice, even base layer.
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Add the Chocolate Layer: Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the dough in the pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly over the dough, ensuring that it covers the surface well.
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Add the Swirl: Dot the remaining dough in small spoonfuls over the chocolate mixture. With a butter knife, gently swirl through the dough to create a marbled effect. This not only looks gorgeous but also mixes the flavors beautifully. 🌪️
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. This helps the bars set properly and makes cutting easier.
Serving Suggestion: These bars are perfect for a party, a potluck, or a sweet treat any time you need a chocolate fix. They’re chewy, buttery, and packed with rich chocolate flavor that everyone will love! Serve them with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate treat experience. 🥛☕
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 172.2
- Fat Content: 8.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 22mg
- Sodium Content: 115.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 18.8g
- Protein Content: 2.1g
Yields: Approximately 48 bars
Enjoy baking these scrumptious Chocolate-Chewy Scotch Bars, and watch them disappear as quickly as you make them! 😍🍴
