Zebra Bars
Dive into the whimsical world of baking with these eye-catching Zebra Bars, a perfect fusion of rich chocolate and classic vanilla flavors. These bars boast a striking marbled effect created by swirling two luscious batters together—one infused with cocoa powder and the other left as a creamy vanilla base. Ready in under an hour, this recipe combines pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour with a touch of artistry to produce 16 beautifully striped squares that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or casual treats, Zebra Bars offer a playful yet sophisticated twist on traditional dessert bars, sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Let it cool slightly.
Whisk in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until combined.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt together.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. In the first bowl, add the cocoa powder and milk, and stir until fully combined to create the chocolate batter. Leave the second bowl as the vanilla batter.
Spoon alternate dollops of the chocolate and vanilla batter into the prepared pan to create a random pattern.
Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two batters together, creating a marbled or striped zebra effect. Be careful not to overmix.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
Let the Zebra Bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares.
Serve and enjoy the beautiful striped pattern and rich flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.2 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.2 g | 331% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 995 mg | 332% | |
| Sodium | 1953 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 489.5 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 304.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.5 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1197 mg | 25% | |
*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.
