MERINGUE-TOPPED CHOCOLATE BARS
I was first introduced to this tasty treat at a friend's house in 1956. Since then, I have made these bars too many times to count! The secret to neatly slicing the bars is using a hot, wet knife. -Alice McMasters, Oxford, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt milk chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Set aside., In a small bowl, cream sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and remaining shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Spread into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Spread chocolate evenly over crust., In a small bowl, beat egg white on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. , Carefully spread meringue over chocolate layer. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until top is dry. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars; refrigerate leftovers.
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Noumi Chowdhury
[email protected]These bars are the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover. They're rich, decadent, and easy to make.
Dajon Rosemond
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of meringue, but I loved the meringue topping on these bars. It was perfectly browned and not too sweet.
Amir Jutt
[email protected]These bars are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it for a special occasion.
AZHAR Boos
[email protected]I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy weeknights.
labonno light house
[email protected]These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. The meringue topping is light and fluffy, and the chocolate is rich and decadent.
Yolanda Pettway
[email protected]I would definitely make these bars again. They're a great dessert for any chocolate lover.
Mikhail Erasmus
[email protected]Overall, I thought these bars were pretty good. They were easy to make and they tasted delicious.
Brad paul
[email protected]The meringue topping on these bars was a bit too soft for my liking. I think I'll try baking them for a few minutes longer next time.
momin ur
[email protected]These bars were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
aqib bhutto
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my bars turned out great. I can't wait to make them again!
Kimberly A Doble
[email protected]These bars are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're perfect for a special occasion.
Joel gyasi
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how well these turned out. The meringue topping was perfectly browned and the chocolate was rich and smooth.
Emmanuel Christopher
[email protected]These bars are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them!
Aashiq Tazz
[email protected]I love the contrast between the sweet meringue topping and the rich chocolate base. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Alina Robinson
[email protected]I've made these chocolate bars several times now and they always turn out perfect. The meringue topping is light and fluffy, and the chocolate is rich and decadent.
Fazal Rahmanswati
[email protected]These meringue-topped chocolate bars were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.