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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Pie Bars Recipe

Dark Chocolate Raspberry Pie Bars Recipe
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Delight in these rich and indulgent Dark Chocolate Raspberry Pie Bars, featuring a buttery crumb crust layered with smooth melted dark chocolate, fresh tangy raspberries, and a sprinkle of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a fruity chocolate treat with a satisfying crumbly texture.

Ingredients

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Crust and Topping

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup fresh raspberries (semi crushed)
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick baking spray to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Cream Butter: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter until it achieves a creamy consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Make Crumb Mixture: Add the packed light brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt to the creamed butter. Mix until the ingredients come together into a crumbly texture.
  4. Form Base Crust: Press 1 3/4 cups of the crumb mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base crust. Reserve the remaining crumb mixture for topping later.
  5. Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until it turns lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  6. Make Chocolate Filling: While the crust is baking, combine the sweetened condensed milk and 1 cup of dark chocolate chips in a small saucepan. Stir over low heat until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  7. Assemble Layers: Pour the warm chocolate mixture evenly over the baked crust. Then sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the chocolate layer.
  8. Add Raspberries and Mini Chocolate Chips: Spoon the semi-crushed fresh raspberries over the crumb topping, and then sprinkle the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top.
  9. Bake Final Bars: Return the assembled pie bars to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 30 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars for serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, ripe raspberries and handle them gently to avoid over-mashing.
  • You can substitute dark chocolate chips with bittersweet chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • Allow bars to cool completely to ensure they set properly and cut cleanly.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • To prevent burning, keep an eye on the topping during the last 10 minutes of baking.

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Keywords: dark chocolate, raspberry, pie bars, dessert bars, chocolate raspberry dessert, crumb crust, sweetened condensed milk

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