South of the Border Chocolate Beet Bars

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 0
South of the Border Chocolate Beet Bars - A Healthy Dessert
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups pureed beets
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules ( optional )
powdered sugar
cinnamon
Pam cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
452
Sugar
37g
Fat
27g
South of the Border Chocolate Beet Bars are a unique twist on traditional dessert bars. With main ingredients like pureed beets and anise seed, these bars have a distinct flavor profile that sets them apart from other dessert bars. The addition of cocoa powder and instant coffee granules gives them a rich, chocolatey taste. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a fun treat for a party or satisfying a sweet tooth at home, these bars are sure to be a hit.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pureed beets, large eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla
3.Add the flour, fat-free half-and-half, anise seed, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and instant coffee granules (if using). Mix together until well combined.
4.Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with Pam cooking spray
5.Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish
6.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bars comes out clean
7.Allow the bars to cool before slicing
8.Dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon before serving

PROS

These bars are a healthy dessert option thanks to the inclusion of pureed beets as a main ingredient
They are easy to make and can be made in advance

CONS

The anise seed in this recipe can be divisive, as it has a strong black licorice taste that some people may not enjoy
Some may find the inclusion of beets in a dessert recipe to be unappealing

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beets are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, and may help lower blood pressure and improve exercise endurance
This recipe uses fat-free half-and-half instead of heavy cream to lighten up the dessert
These bars are also free of artificial colors and flavors

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