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French Silk Pie Bars Recipe

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Delicious and creamy French Silk Pie Bars featuring a tender buttery crust, rich chocolate filling, and a light whipped cream topping. These easy-to-make bars combine the classic flavors of French Silk Pie in a convenient square form perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (Gluten-free flour may be used as a substitute)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (Salted butter can be used with less salt added)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (Use less if using salted butter)

For the Chocolate Filling

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (Dark chocolate can be used for a less sweet flavor)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (Ensure butter is at room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Almond extract can be used for a twist)
  • 3 large eggs (Ensure they are fresh)

For the Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (Non-dairy heavy cream substitutes may also work)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (Use less for a less sweet variant)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9×9-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Make and Bake the Crust. In a bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt; mix until evenly blended. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
  3. Melt the Chocolate. Place the semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and just slightly cool to the touch.
  4. Prepare Chocolate Filling Base. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together for 3–5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  5. Combine Chocolate and Vanilla. Gently fold the melted chocolate and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until smooth and well combined.
  6. Incorporate Eggs. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well for about 3 minutes after each addition until the mixture achieves a silky texture.
  7. Assemble Chocolate Layer. Pour the chocolate filling evenly over the cooled crust, spreading it to cover all edges.
  8. Prepare Whipped Cream Topping. Using a mixer, beat the cold heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
  9. Top and Chill. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate layer. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though overnight refrigeration is recommended for best set and flavor.
  10. Serve. Once set, cut the pie bars into squares using a warm knife to achieve clean edges and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Gluten-free flour can be used to make this recipe gluten free.
  • Salted butter may substitute unsalted butter, but reduce added salt accordingly.
  • Dark chocolate chips can replace semisweet for a less sweet taste.
  • Almond extract can be swapped with vanilla extract for a different flavor profile.
  • Use a warm knife to cut bars cleanly without cracking the filling.
  • Refrigeration overnight improves the flavor and texture of the bars.
  • Non-dairy heavy cream substitutes can be used for a dairy-free variation.

Keywords: French Silk Pie Bars, Chocolate Pie Bars, Creamy Chocolate Dessert, Easy Pie Bars, No-Bake Whipped Topping Dessert

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