Conga Bars

Get ready to wow your taste buds with these irresistible Conga Bars, a delectable twist on classic blondies that's perfect for any occasion! Packed with rich, buttery sweetness from brown sugar, these chewy bars are loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped pecans or walnuts for a delightful crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe is baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes, creating a dessert that's crisp on the top and decadently soft in the center. Whether you're hosting a party, craving a sweet snack, or prepping a dessert to impress, Conga Bars deliver melt-in-your-mouth flavor in every bite. Plus, they’re easy to customize and store, making them a versatile treat for any dessert-lover's repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks), melted and slightly cooled unsalted butter
• 2 cups, packed light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using). The batter will be thick.

Step 7

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 24 squares.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1402.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6236.1

Total Fat 357.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 167.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1056.2mg	0%
Sodium 2427.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 775.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 542.1g
Protein 74.3g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 496.1mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 1494.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 46.9%