Chocolate Malted Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Chocolate Malted Bars, a nostalgic treat that pairs the rich flavors of cocoa and malted milk for an unforgettable dessert. Featuring a tender, buttery base infused with malted milk powder and topped with a luscious layer of melted chocolate ganache, these bars are pure decadence. A sprinkling of crushed malted milk balls adds a delightful crunch and extra flavor, making it the perfect treat for chocoholics and malt lovers alike. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple step-by-step instructions, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a weekend indulgence, these chocolate bars are guaranteed to impress. Plus, they’re easy to slice into shareable squares, making them a crowd-favorite dessert option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Malted milk powder
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Packed brown sugar
- 2 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Malted milk balls, crushed (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, malted milk powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a spatula or your fingers. Smooth out the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the bars cool, prepare the topping. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir frequently until melted and smooth, then remove from heat.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cooled bars, spreading it evenly with a spatula. If using, sprinkle the crushed malted milk balls on top for garnish.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate topping. Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 359.1 g | 460% | |
| Saturated Fat | 220.7 g | 1104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1081 mg | 360% | |
| Sodium | 2790 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 982.9 g | 357% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.5 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 683.8 g | ||
| Protein | 97.2 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1342 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 34.7 mg | 193% | |
| Potassium | 3780 mg | 80% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
