Bajedera is a no-bake cookie bar, and the way it's layered gives it a touch of elegance that you don't usually get with store-bought cookies. The best part? It's not overly sweet, but the flavor is rich and bold. It is like No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars that are thick moist and soft, topped with a chocolate glaze, it offers a delightful timeless combination of favors!
Bajadera Recipe
These Bajedera bars are incredibly easy to make, requiring no baking. This combination of peanut and chocolate flavors is a straightforward indulgence that never fails to satisfy cravings.
In a matter of minutes, you will be able to make these delightful sweets using only a handful of uncomplicated ingredients. The hardest part is waiting for them to chill in the fridge! We love having them all by themselves or with a cup of coffee or tea. They're so tasty, that they disappear from the plate in minutes.
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⭐Why You'll Love Bajadera
- Quick and Easy: This recipe is incredibly easy and quick to make. With no baking involved, you can whip up a batch in minimal time.
- Versatile Topping: The chocolate topping is versatile and can be customized with your preferred type of chocolate. Whether you love dark, milk, or white chocolate, you can adapt the topping to suit your taste.
- Kid-Friendly: The simplicity of the recipe and the delicious combination of flavors make it a kid-friendly option. Get the little ones involved in the kitchen for a fun and tasty activity.
- Perfect for Sharing: These bars are great for sharing at gatherings, potlucks, or as a thoughtful homemade gift.
🧾Bajadera Ingredients
Here’s the breakdown of what’s in this Bajadera recipe:
For the Base:
- Digestive Cookies: Provides the base and structure for the bars. Adds a crumbly and buttery texture to the base. The cookies act as a foundation for the other ingredients. You can substitute digestive cookies with graham crackers, tea biscuits, shortbread cookies, or any other cookie with a similar texture.
- Peanuts: Adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor. You can use almonds, walnuts, cashews, or any other nuts of your choice instead of peanuts.
- Sugar: Sweetens the base and balances the flavors.
- Water: Combines with butter and sugar to create a syrup that binds the base, forming a cohesive base for the bars.
- Butter: Provides richness and helps bind the ingredients. Adds a buttery flavor and contributes to the smooth and cohesive texture of the base. It helps hold the bars together.
- Dark Chocolate (Base): Adds depth of flavor and contributes to the overall chocolatey goodness.
For the Topping:
- Dark Chocolate (Topping): Forms the top layer and adds a chocolate coating. Creates a smooth and glossy chocolate layer on top of the bars, enhancing the overall chocolate flavor. It adds a luxurious finish to the bars.
- Oil: Enhances the consistency and appearance of the chocolate topping. The oil is added to the topping to achieve a smooth and glossy texture. It helps the chocolate set evenly and provides a shiny finish.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Bajadera
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. Prepare a 21x15 cm baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
2. Using a food processor, pulverize the digestive cookies into fine crumbs. Transfer the resulting crumbs to a mixing bowl.
3. Utilize a food processor to finely crush the peanuts, then sprinkle the resulting fine pieces over the cookie crumbs. Thoroughly mix until well combined.
4. Combine sugar, water, and butter in a saucepan, and melt the butter while dissolving the sugar over medium heat.
5. Pour the melted butter-sugar mixture onto the cookie blend, ensuring thorough mixing until all the ingredients are uniformly combined.
6. Split the cookie mixture into two equal portions and transfer one of them into a separate mixing bowl.
7. Take the dark chocolate and finely chop it, then transfer the chopped chocolate into a heatproof bowl.
8. Place the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water. Stir continuously until the chocolate melts and becomes smooth.
9. Upon achieving a smooth melt, incorporate it into the cookie mixture. Stir until all components are thoroughly combined.
10. Transfer the chocolate-infused cookie mixture into the pan, then firmly press it down with a glass to form a uniform layer.
11. Place the cookie mixture onto the chocolate cookie base and use firm pressure to create an even layer.
12. Finely chop the dark chocolate and put it in a heatproof bowl. Introduce oil to the chocolate in the same bowl.
13. Place the bowl over a saucepan with simmering water, and stir until the chocolate achieves a smooth and fully blended consistency.
14. Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the compressed cookie base, ensuring a uniform spread.
15. Transfer the pan to the refrigerator and allow it to cool for a minimum of 4 hours, or until the chocolate and cookie mixture is set.
16. After the chocolate and cookie mixture has been completely set, extract it from the pan using the parchment paper as handles. Transfer it onto a cutting board and slice it into bars of your preferred size.
17. Arrange the Bajadera on a plate, and enjoy this delightful treat!
🍽 How to Serve
- Classic Presentation: Cut the bars into even squares or rectangles. Arrange them on a serving platter or in a decorative dish.
- Individual Servings: Portion the bars into individual servings for easy serving at parties or gatherings.
- Gift Packaging: Package individual bars in decorative bags or boxes for a thoughtful and delicious gift.
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Use Parchment Paper: Line your pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. This makes it easier to lift the bars out of the pan for cutting.
Evenly Crushed Cookies and Peanuts: Crush the cookies and peanuts evenly to create a consistent base texture. You can use a food processor for a fine texture.
Compact the Base: Press the cookie peanut base firmly into the pan to ensure a solid foundation for the bars. Use a spatula and a glass for an even surface.
Chill Properly: Allow the bars to chill thoroughly in the refrigerator before cutting. This ensures that the bars are set properly and are easy to cut into clean, even pieces.
Cut with a Warm Knife: Dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry before cutting. This helps to create clean, smooth cuts, especially when dealing with a chocolate topping.
Let Bars Come to Room Temperature Before Serving: If you refrigerate the bars, allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving. This enhances the flavors and textures.
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📖 Recipe
Bajadera Recipe
Ingredients
For Cookie Peanut Butter:
- 300 g Digestive Cookies
- 150 g Peanuts
- 100 g Sugar
- 100 ml Water
- 125 g Butter
- 100 g Dark Chocolate
For Topping:
- 100 g Dark Chocolate
- 2 tablespoon Oil
Instructions
- Line a 21x15 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
- Crush the digestive cookies into fine crumbs with a food processor. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Place the peanuts in a food processor and crush them into fine pieces. Pour over the cookie crumbs and mix well until combined.
- In a saucepan, add sugar, water, and butter, melt the butter, and dissolve the sugar over medium heat.
- Pour the melted butter-sugar mixture over the cookie mixture. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Divide the cookie mixture into two equal parts and place one of them in a mixing bowl.
- Finely chop the dark chocolate and place in a heatproof bowl.
- Melt the chocolate by placing the bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Once melted, add it to the cookie mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Pour the chocolate cookie mixture into the pan and press firmly with a glass, creating an even layer.
- Add the cookie mixture onto the chocolate cookie base and firmly press it down to achieve a uniform layer.
- Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces, place in a heatproof bowl and add oil.
- Melt the chocolate by situating the bowl over gently simmering water, stirring consistently until it reaches a smooth and thoroughly combined consistency.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the pressed cookie base, spreading it evenly.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, or until the chocolate and cookie mixture is set.
- Once the chocolate and cookie mixture are fully set, remove it from the pan using the parchment paper as handles. Place on a cutting board and cut into desired-sized bars.
- Place the no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars on a plate, serve and enjoy this delicious treat!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Sandra says
I would add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the chocolate for that extra something special. These bars look incredible! thanks for the recipe!