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Enchanted Magic Cookie Bars

Enchanted Magic Cookie Bars: Irresistibly Buttery Bliss

Discover the delicious Enchanted Magic Cookie Bars, an effortlessly magical treat with a buttery crust and velvety custard that impresses at any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend or all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt can be a delightful alternative
  • 1 cup room-temperature butter
For the Custard
  • 8 oz cream cheese or plant-based cream cheese for vegan
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or almond extract for a twist
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or white/dairy-free chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup optional for shiny glaze, or substitute with honey

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Spatula
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Melt the butter and mix into the dry ingredients until coarse crumbs form. Press into a greased 9x13-inch pan and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until golden.
  2. Make the Custard: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add powdered sugar, then incorporate eggs one at a time. Whisk in vanilla extract and heavy cream until uniform.
  3. Bake the Custard: Pour custard over the warm crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set and slightly jiggly in the center.
  4. Prepare the Glaze: Melt chocolate chips with a tablespoon of butter in the microwave until glossy. Drizzle over cooled bars.
  5. Cool and Slice: Let the bars set for 30 minutes at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use room-temperature butter for the crust and avoid overmixing the custard to prevent cracks.

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