Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bars
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these homemade chocolate bars that are rich, fudgy, and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- 2 pieces eggs For vegan option, replace with flax eggs.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Optional toppings: sprinkles, nuts, or candy
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
- Gather all the ingredients in one place.
Mixing
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, along with the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and any optional toppings.
Baking
- Pour the chocolate batter into your prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean but moist.
Cooling and Serving
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice into squares or rectangles and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for later enjoyment.