AUNT FRAN'S BLACK AND WHITE BARS

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I came across this simple recipe today. It was amongst many others that I received at my bridal shower. I fondly remember my husband's Aunt Fran. She made a lot of great desserts. This is one of many of hers. I hope you all enjoy these simple yet delicious bars.

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Cookies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c softened butter
2 c granulated sugar
4 eggs
1/2 tsp salt
2 c all purpose flour
2 oz melted unsweetened chocolate bar plus optional 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c chopped nuts if desired
optional: dark chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • 1. Grease a 9 x 13" pan and set aside.
  • 2. in a large mixing bowl . Beat butter, sugar and eggs until fluffy.
  • 3. Add in flour and salt. Beat until well combined. Add in vanilla and mix well.
  • 4. Divide dough into thirds. At this point you can add nuts to the remaining two thirds of batter, if you prefer. Place two thirds of the dough in the 9 x 13" pan. Spread evenly.
  • 5. Add the melted chocolate to the remaining one third of batter. Mix well. At this point if you want to deeper chocolate flavor add a couple tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • 6. Place spoonfuls of chocolate mixture randomly across top of batter in pan. Run a knife through mixture to make a marbled look. bake at 350° until done. It should take approximately 30 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.
  • 7. Note: I also think the bars would be really great with a nice dark chocolate frosting.

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