Description
French Silk Pie Bars are a chocolate lover’s dream, transforming the classic French Silk Pie into delightful, easy-to-serve bars. Each square features a rich, velvety chocolate filling resting atop a buttery cocoa crust, creating an indulgent treat that melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a sweet everyday pick-me-up, these bars are as visually stunning as they are delicious. With minimal preparation and maximum flavor impact, you can whip up these decadent delights and impress family and friends alike. Serve them plain or topped with whipped cream and fresh berries for an added touch of elegance.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Eggs
- Bittersweet chocolate chips
- Heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and flour until crumbly; press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until set; let cool completely.
- Melt bittersweet chocolate chips over low heat; cool slightly and whisk in eggs one at a time.
- Whip heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form; fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Spread filling over cooled crust and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (64g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For optimal flavor, use high-quality chocolate. Experiment with flavors like peppermint or espresso for added depth.