Crumbly Cinnamon Chocolate Squares Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Crumbly Cinnamon Chocolate Squares! A simple yet decadent dessert featuring a crunchy, cinnamon-spiced topping with rich chocolate and crunchy nuts. Roasting the nuts beforehand (optional, but recommended!) intensifies their flavor. Perfect for a sweet treat, packed lunch, or afternoon snack. These squares freeze beautifully, making them ideal for busy lifestyles. Adaptable to readily available sugars – even without muscovado sugar (though we highly recommend it!), these squares are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 381.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crumbly Cinnamon Chocolate Squares

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How to Make Crumbly Cinnamon Chocolate Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (conventional), 160°C (fan), or gas mark 4.
  2. Line an 18x27cm baking tin with greaseproof paper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine all cake ingredients. Beat with an electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine all topping ingredients. Sprinkle evenly over the chocolate mixture.
  5. Gently press the topping to compact it. Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  6. Let cool completely in the tin before cutting into squares.
  7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage. Freeze individually for easy grab-and-go snacks!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

49g

Carbs

12g