Dark Chocolate Nut Squares
Indulgent fudgy squares made with rich dark chocolate and a variety of crunchy nuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate, chopped Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor.
- 100 g unsalted butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan version.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 g all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for GF version.
- ½ teaspoon salt
Nut Ingredients
- 150 g mixed nuts, chopped (almonds, walnuts, pecans) Feel free to substitute with your favorite nuts or seeds.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Chop the dark chocolate and mixed nuts into smaller pieces.
- Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Cooking
- In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, add the chopped dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Stir until melted and combined.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and frothy.
- Slowly drizzle the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined.
- Add chopped mixed nuts and fold until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the lined pan and spread evenly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
These squares are best enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. For longer storage, freeze them tightly wrapped.