Clotted Cream Cookie Bars (Printable)

Tender bars blending clotted cream and creamy white chocolate for a buttery, indulgent finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup clotted cream, room temperature

→ Sugars

03 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Eggs & Flavorings

05 - 1 large egg, room temperature
06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Dry Ingredients

08 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

→ Add-ins

10 - 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving slight overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, clotted cream, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
03 - Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined.
04 - Sift together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
05 - Gently fold white chocolate chips or chunks into batter.
06 - Transfer dough evenly into prepared pan, smoothing top with spatula.
07 - Bake for 23-26 minutes, or until edges are golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out with few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow bars to cool completely in pan before lifting out and cutting into portions.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Luxuriously tender texture: The clotted cream creates an incredibly soft, rich crumb that sets these bars apart from ordinary cookie bars.
  • Simple elegance: Despite their sophisticated flavor, these bars come together in just 45 minutes with easy-to-follow steps.
  • British-inspired indulgence: Experience the distinctive taste of clotted cream, traditionally reserved for scones, in a unique dessert format.
  • Perfectly balanced sweetness: The combination of brown and granulated sugars with creamy white chocolate creates layers of flavor without being overly sweet.
  • Versatile and adaptable: Easy to customize with different chocolates or serve alongside fresh berries for varied occasions.
02 -
  • Room temperature matters: Allow your butter, clotted cream, and egg to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before starting—this ensures smooth mixing and even texture.
  • Don't overbake: The bars should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven; they firm up as they cool for that perfect soft texture.
  • Use quality chocolate: Since white chocolate is a star ingredient, choose a good-quality brand for the best flavor—avoid chips that contain too many stabilizers.
  • Line with parchment: The overhang makes removal foolproof and ensures clean cuts without crumbly edges.
  • Cool completely: Patience is key—cutting while warm results in messy, falling-apart bars. Let them cool fully for neat, professional-looking squares.
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