Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread Bars
Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread Bars requires around 45 minutes from start to finish. This recipe serves 60. One portion of this dish contains roughly 1g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 71 calories. A mixture of salt, cocoa powder, flour, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy.
Instructions
In a food processor or bowl, whirl or stir flour, cocoa powder, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and the brown sugar and salt until well combined.
Cut 1 cup butter into 1-inch slices; add to flour mixture and whirl or rub in with your fingers until mixture is blended and crumbly.
Scatter dough evenly in a 10- by 15-inch rimmed baking pan. With your palm, pat dough to cover pan bottom.
Bake in a 300 oven until slightly firm and dry to the touch, 30 to 35 minutes.
Let cool completely on a rack.
In a bowl, beat melted chocolate, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, remaining 2 cups powdered sugar, and 3 tablespoons hot water until smooth.
Spread evenly over shortbread.
Cut into 1- by 2-inch bars; sprinkle with crushed candy.