Conga Bars
Get ready to wow your taste buds with these irresistible Conga Bars, a delectable twist on classic blondies that's perfect for any occasion! Packed with rich, buttery sweetness from brown sugar, these chewy bars are loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped pecans or walnuts for a delightful crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe is baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes, creating a dessert that's crisp on the top and decadently soft in the center. Whether you're hosting a party, craving a sweet snack, or prepping a dessert to impress, Conga Bars deliver melt-in-your-mouth flavor in every bite. Plus, they’re easy to customize and store, making them a versatile treat for any dessert-lover's repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks), melted and slightly cooled unsalted butter
- 2 cups, packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using). The batter will be thick.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 24 squares.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 357.5 g | 458% | |
| Saturated Fat | 167.2 g | 836% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1056 mg | 352% | |
| Sodium | 2428 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 775.5 g | 282% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.5 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 542.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.3 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 496 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 1494 mg | 32% | |
*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.
