Deborah Stewart
@destew
Delicious Tweed Squares
Indulge in these delightful Tweed Squares, a perfect blend of fluffy cake and rich chocolate. Ideal for any occasion, these squares are sure to impress your family and friends!
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
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Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time25 min.
- Total time50 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 2
- 1/2 cup
- 2/3 cup
- 1 1/3 cups
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Tweed Squares.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms up, take a 9x9-inch square cake pan and grease it well to ensure your squares come out easily after baking.
Step 2
In a clean glass or metal bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. This means when you lift your beater or whisk, the egg whites should stand up straight without drooping. This step is crucial for achieving that light, airy texture in your squares!
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and white sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Next, gradually add in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.
Step 4
Pour in the whole milk and vanilla extract, and mix until everything is well incorporated. Now, gently fold in the beaten egg whites and the miniature semisweet chocolate chips. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites too much; you want to keep that airy texture!
Step 5
Spread the batter evenly into your prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Your kitchen will smell heavenly!
Step 6
Once baked, let the squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for about 30 minutes. This cooling time is essential for the perfect texture.
Step 7
While the cake cools, prepare the icing. In a bowl, beat together 1/3 cup of softened butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. Spread this luscious icing over the cooled cake for a sweet finish.
Step 8
For the final touch, melt some chocolate squares with 2 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals on High, stirring in between until smooth. Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly before carefully spreading it over the iced cake. Refrigerate the cake for about 30 minutes to let the chocolate set before slicing into squares and serving.