Description
These fudgy chocolate sheet pan bars are loaded with colorful M&Ms or sugar-free candy-coated chocolates, making them a festive and delicious treat perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or dessert trays.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sweetener
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup sugar-free M&M-style candies
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature for even cooking of your bars.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, powdered sweetener, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk these together until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the almond flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated, creating a thick chocolate batter.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the sugar-free chocolate chips into the batter to distribute them evenly without deflating the mixture.
- Prepare Sheet Pan: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Spread the batter evenly across the pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the sugar-free M&M-style candies on top of the spread batter for a colorful and festive appearance.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bars are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the sugar-free chocolate chips and candies with white chocolate or peppermint bark for a different flavor profile.
- These bars are perfect for cookie exchanges or holiday dessert trays thanks to their festive look and delicious taste.
- Store the bars refrigerated or frozen to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American