Ingredients for Decidedly Decadent Chocolate Cheese Layered Bars
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar + ½ cup granulated sugar + 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 large eggs
- Unsweetened Chocolate
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- Baking Powder
- Pecans
- 8 ounces cream cheese (divided into 4 oz and 4 oz portions)
- Egg
- Chocolate Chips
- Miniature Marshmallows
- ¼ cup milk
- Powdered Sugar
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How to Make Decidedly Decadent Chocolate Cheese Layered Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
- **Bottom Layer:** In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- **Cheese Layer:** In a medium bowl, cream together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, and ½ cup granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in 1 large egg, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Fold in ½ cup chopped pecans.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the bottom layer.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with 1 cup mini marshmallows. Bake for another 2 minutes, then gently spread the marshmallows to create an even layer.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before adding the topping.
- **Topping:** In a medium saucepan, melt together ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, 4 ounces cream cheese (softened), 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, and ¼ cup milk over low heat, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; beat until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the topping evenly over the cooled bars.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
139g
Fat
46g
Carbs
14g
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