Italian Straw Chocolate Biscuit Bars
A beloved Brazilian no-bake treat combining rich condensed milk fudge with crumbled shortbread cookies. These irresistible chocolate squares come together in just 20 minutes — perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet everyday indulgence the whole family will love.
🛒 Ingredients
10 servings
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 395 g)
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (100 g)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 15 shortbread or graham crackers
- Powdered sugar for dusting
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Directions
- 1
Combine the sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.
- 2
Add the butter and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 8–10 minutes.
- 3
Remove from heat and fold in the roughly crumbled crackers until evenly distributed throughout the chocolate mixture.
- 4
Spread into a parchment-lined baking dish, dust generously with powdered sugar, and let cool to room temperature.
- 5
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. A pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract adds wonderful depth of flavor.
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