Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of French Silk Pie Bars, featuring a buttery crust topped with a smooth chocolate filling and a fluffy whipped cream layer. These bars are perfect for any occasion, offering a luscious taste of classic French silk pie in an easy-to-serve bar form.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Chocolate Filling
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust evenly.
- Make Crust Dough: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until a dough forms that will hold together when pressed.
- Press Crust: Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan to form the base layer.
- Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes until it turns lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely to ensure the filling won’t melt.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted. Let the chocolate cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs later.
- Beat Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the filling.
- Combine Chocolate and Vanilla: Add the cooled melted chocolate and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until fully combined for a rich flavor.
- Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating for 3 minutes after each addition, ensuring the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and well aerated.
- Spread Filling: Pour and spread the chocolate filling evenly over the completely cooled crust to create the main luscious layer.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy topping.
- Top Bars: Spread the whipped cream gently over the chocolate layer, forming a smooth and creamy topping.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled bars for at least 4 hours, allowing them to set firmly. Once set, cut into 12 squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure the crust is completely cooled before adding the chocolate filling to avoid melting or curdling.
- Beat the eggs thoroughly to incorporate air which creates the classic silkiness of the filling.
- Use a good-quality semisweet chocolate for the best flavor.
- Refrigeration time is essential for bars to set properly before slicing.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
