Mud Hen Bars
Indulge in the delightful taste of Mud Hen Bars, a gooey dessert treat that combines rich chocolate and chewy vegan marshmallows, all topped with a luscious brown sugar meringue. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in, these bars are easy to make and sure to impress. Each bite offers a unique texture and delightful sweetness, making them an irresistible choice for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 whole egg + 2 egg whites (separated)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini vegan marshmallows
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, whole egg, two yolks, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Spread into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and mini vegan marshmallows on top of the base layer.
- In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the brown sugar until combined.
- Spread the meringue mixture evenly over the top of the bars.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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