Swiss Chocolate Squares
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Swiss Chocolate Squares, a decadent treat that combines the rich, velvety flavor of dark chocolate with a perfectly fudgy texture. Made with 70% cocoa chocolate, melted together with butter for a luxurious base, these squares are lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and flavored with a hint of vanilla. The batter, enriched with sifted cocoa powder and just a touch of salt for balance, bakes to perfection with moist, chocolatey crumbs in every bite. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these chocolate squares are ideal for sharing at special celebrations or enjoying as a cozy dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward ingredients, this recipe is perfect for novice bakers and chocolate lovers alike. Your next go-to dessert is just a batch away!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 150 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir frequently until smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture into the whisked eggs and sugar, stirring gently to combine.
Sift the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Fold the dry ingredients into the batter using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to ensure fudgy squares.
Remove from the oven and allow the squares to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the squares out using the parchment paper overhang.
Slice into 12 equal squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 230.5 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.7 g | 648% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 890 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 866 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.4 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.0 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 32.8 mg | 182% | |
| Potassium | 1950 mg | 41% | |
*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.
