Chocolate Marmalade Crumb Cake Bars
Indulge in the perfect harmony of rich chocolate and zesty citrus with these Chocolate Marmalade Crumb Cake Bars. Featuring a buttery crumb base kissed with cocoa, a luscious layer of tangy orange marmalade, and pockets of gooey dark chocolate chips, these dessert bars are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors. The crumbly topping adds a golden, textured finish that makes each bite irresistibly satisfying. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward instructions, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all levels. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an afternoon treat, these chocolate and marmalade bars will quickly become your new go-to dessert. Try them today for a unique twist on classic crumb cake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup Orange marmalade
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
Pour in the melted butter and mix until a crumbly texture forms. Reserve 1 cup of this crumb mixture for later use.
To the remaining crumb base, add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until a cohesive dough forms; avoid overmixing.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a solid base for the bars.
Spread the orange marmalade evenly over the dough base using a spatula, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the dark chocolate chips over the marmalade layer.
Crumble the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top, covering most of the marmalade and chocolate layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crumb topping turns golden brown and the layers are set.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before carefully lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
Slice into 12 squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 284.8 g | 365% | |
| Saturated Fat | 169.8 g | 849% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 1963 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 860.8 g | 313% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.6 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 547.9 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 42.3 mg | 235% | |
| Potassium | 3065 mg | 65% | |
*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.
