Swiss Chocolate Squares

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Swiss Chocolate Squares, a decadent treat that combines the rich, velvety flavor of dark chocolate with a perfectly fudgy texture. Made with 70% cocoa chocolate, melted together with butter for a luxurious base, these squares are lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and flavored with a hint of vanilla. The batter, enriched with sifted cocoa powder and just a touch of salt for balance, bakes to perfection with moist, chocolatey crumbs in every bite. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these chocolate squares are ideal for sharing at special celebrations or enjoying as a cozy dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward ingredients, this recipe is perfect for novice bakers and chocolate lovers alike. Your next go-to dessert is just a batch away!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
• 150 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir frequently until smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture into the whisked eggs and sugar, stirring gently to combine.

Step 5

Sift the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Fold the dry ingredients into the batter using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking to ensure fudgy squares.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the squares to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the squares out using the parchment paper overhang.

Step 9

Slice into 12 equal squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(781.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3536.7

Total Fat 230.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 890.1mg	0%
Sodium 866.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 214.5g
Protein 48.0g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 289.3mg	0%
Iron 32.8mg	0%
Potassium 1949.5mg	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: 57.1%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 37.6%