Giant Swiss Chocolate Chunk Shortbread

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Decadent Giant Swiss Chocolate Chunk Shortbread recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	400 g bar Toblerone chocolate bars ( or any Swiss milk chocolate with honey and almond nougat )
	2 cups unsalted butter , softened
	2/3 cup superfine sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
	1/4 cup cornstarch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

715

Sugar

39g

Fat

53g

Giant Swiss Chocolate Chunk Shortbread is a rich and decadent dessert that is perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones. This dessert is made with Swiss milk chocolate with honey and almond nougat, which gives it a unique and delicious flavor. The shortbread base is buttery and crumbly, which complements the chocolate perfectly. It's easy to make and is sure to impress your guests at any gathering.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Line a 9-inch (23-cm) springform or cake pan with parchment paper.
3.	Crush the Toblerone chocolate bars into small pieces and set aside.
4.	In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
5.	Mix in the vanilla and salt.
6.	Gradually add in the flour and cornstarch, mixing until just combined.
7.	Fold in the crushed chocolate chunks.
8.	Press the dough firmly into the lined pan.
9.	Use a knife to score the dough into 8-10 wedges.
10.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
11.	Allow to cool before slicing along the score lines.
12.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This Giant Swiss Chocolate Chunk Shortbread is a rich and decadent dessert that is perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones.

The combination of Swiss milk chocolate, honey and almond nougat is a perfect match.

It’s easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for individuals with nut allergies due to the almond nougat in the chocolate.

It also contains a significant amount of sugar, which may not be suitable for those with diabetes or other health conditions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert does not have significant health benefits, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Swiss chocolate is known for its high quality and is often associated with improved mood and reduced stress.
However, it is still high in calories and should be consumed in moderation.