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French Silk Pie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These French Silk Pie Bars combine a rich, chocolaty filling with a buttery crust and a topping of fluffy whipped cream, making for a decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. The bars are easy to prepare, involving baking, mixing, and chilling steps to achieve a smooth, creamy texture and a delightful balance of flavors.

Ingredients

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

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust.
  2. Prepare Crust Dough: In a medium bowl, combine flour, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt; mix until dough forms.
  3. Press Dough into Pan: Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan to create the crust base.
  4. Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden; then allow it to cool completely.
  5. Melt Chocolate: Melt semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth; let cool slightly.
  6. Beat Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  7. Combine Chocolate Mixture: Add melted chocolate and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully combined.
  8. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating for 3 minutes after each addition to create a smooth, creamy filling.
  9. Spread Chocolate Filling: Evenly spread the chocolate filling over the cooled crust in the baking pan.
  10. Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form to create a fluffy topping.
  11. Spread Whipped Cream: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate layer.
  12. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours until set; then cut into 12 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the chocolate has cooled slightly before mixing with butter to avoid curdling.
  • Beat the eggs thoroughly between additions to achieve a silky texture in the filling.
  • Use chilled heavy cream for better whipping results.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
  • For a firmer crust, you can chill the dough before baking.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/french-silk-pie-bars-recipe/