MERINGUE-TOPPED CHOCOLATE BARS
I was first introduced to this tasty treat at a friend's house in 1956. Since then, I have made these bars too many times to count! The secret to neatly slicing the bars is using a hot, wet knife. -Alice McMasters, Oxford, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt milk chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Set aside., In a small bowl, cream sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and remaining shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Spread into an ungreased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Spread chocolate evenly over crust., In a small bowl, beat egg white on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. , Carefully spread meringue over chocolate layer. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until top is dry. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars; refrigerate leftovers.
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SP Esrafil
s_esrafil12@gmail.comThis recipe is a must-try for any chocolate lover.
Abraham Peter
a_peter@gmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe! It looks amazing.
Nayan Roy
r.n@yahoo.comThese bars are perfect for a special occasion. They're so elegant and delicious.
ed Yaro
yaro@aol.comOverall, I thought these bars were pretty good. They're definitely a chocolate lover's dream.
Legend Sheri
l@yahoo.comThe bars were a little dry. I think I'll add some more butter to the chocolate base next time.
shohel rana
shohelr@hotmail.comI had some trouble getting the meringue to stiffen. I ended up having to beat it for longer than the recipe said.
Abbas Sohotra
a_s@gmail.comThese bars are a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Jahanjir Alom
jahanjir-alom@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the bars turned out perfect. They're so rich and chocolatey.
Shimul Hasan
shimul.h@yahoo.comThese are the best chocolate bars I've ever had. The meringue topping is out of this world.
hassan mahgoub
h96@aol.comThese bars are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Ahmad Kabir
ahmad_k@yahoo.comI love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of chocolate and toppings, and it's always delicious.
Omama Waheed
omama65@aol.comThe recipe was easy to follow and the bars turned out great! I used dark chocolate and the flavor was amazing.
Humayun Kabir
kabirhumayun@gmail.comThese chocolate bars were a hit with my family! The meringue topping was perfectly crispy and sweet, while the chocolate base was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these again.