Cafe Au Lait Bars
Rich, indulgent, and brimming with irresistible coffee flavor, these Cafe Au Lait Bars are the perfect dessert for coffee lovers everywhere. Featuring a moist, buttery base infused with the subtle notes of brewed coffee and topped with a luscious cream cheese coffee glaze, these bars deliver a decadent treat in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough for special occasions. Whether you’re serving them at a brunch, afternoon gathering, or simply enjoying them with your morning cup of joe, these coffee dessert bars are sure to delight with their balance of sweetness and bold coffee essence. Perfectly shareable and loaded with flavor, Cafe Au Lait Bars are your new go-to for satisfying caffeine-inspired cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and the tablespoon of cooled brewed coffee. Mix until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before preparing the glaze.
To make the glaze, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one-third at a time, and mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of strong brewed coffee until the glaze is smooth and creamy.
Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled bars using an offset spatula or a butter knife.
Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before slicing the bars into squares or rectangles.
Serve and enjoy your rich, coffee-flavored Cafe Au Lait Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.6 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 746 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2221 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 769.4 g | 280% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 576.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
