Florentine Cookie Bars
Indulge in the luxurious decadence of **Florentine Cookie Bars**, a delightful fusion of nutty, citrusy, and chocolatey flavors that will transform your dessert game. These bars feature a buttery caramel base studded with crunchy chopped almonds and vibrant candied orange peel, baked to golden perfection for an irresistible chewy texture. Topped with a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate, each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and sophistication. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or an elegant homemade gift, these cookie bars are as easy to make as they are to enjoy, with just 25 minutes of prep and bake time. Impress your guests with these show-stopping treats that blend classic Italian-inspired flavors with a convenient bar form.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Chopped almonds
- 0.25 cup Chopped candied orange peel
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream, light corn syrup, and granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the flour and salt until smooth. Stir in the chopped almonds and candied orange peel, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Bake the bar mixture in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
While the cookie layer is cooling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and fully melted.
Once the cookie layer is completely cool, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top using a spatula.
Allow the chocolate layer to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before removing the bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
Cut into 16 squares or rectangles using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 213.7 g | 274% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.4 g | 347% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.6 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 517 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*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.
