Description
The Bourbon Delight Bars blend the robust flavors of bourbon with the rich, irresistible taste of dark chocolate, creating a dessert that’s both sophisticated and deeply satisfying. Each bar offers a perfect balance of crunchy texture from the nuts and smoothness from the velvety chocolate layers, making them a must-try for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
6 ounces dark or semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/3 cup bourbon
2 1/2 cups (10 ounces) vanilla wafer crumbs
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts
For Topping:
6 ounces dark or semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons corn syrup
Chocolate sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
Gently melt the chocolate in a double boiler set over low heat, or in the microwave, heating in 30-second intervals on 50% power (stirring after each interval).
Stir in sugar and corn syrup until it forms a paste-like consistency. Add bourbon and gently stir until well blended.
Fold in wafer crumbs and ground nuts until evenly incorporated.
Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil. Press the mixture into an even layer using a tart tamper or a flat-bottomed glass to press it firmly and evenly into the pan.
Cover and refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours or overnight (giving the bars at least 24 hours to ‘rest’ will allow the flavors to mellow).
Meanwhile, melt the topping chocolate with butter and corn syrup over low heat or in a double boiler.
Pour over the chilled bars and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle with chocolate sprinkles, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut, pressing them to adhere.
Chill briefly until the chocolate is set, then cut into bars before serving at cool room temperature.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the bars to serve later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal