Coffee Nut Bars
Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly rich and chewy Coffee Nut Bars, a delightful fusion of bold coffee flavor, crunchy mixed nuts, and melty chocolate chips. Perfectly balanced with a hint of warm vanilla and a touch of brown sugar sweetness, these bars are a coffee lover's dream come true. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready to enjoy in under 30, this easy dessert recipe is ideal for busy weekdays, casual gatherings, or an indulgent afternoon pick-me-up. Each bite delivers a satisfying blend of textures, from the soft, fudgy center to the gratifying crunch of chopped almonds, walnuts, and pecans. Serve them as a sweet treat with your favorite cup of coffee, or pack them in lunchboxes for an energy-boosting snack. Coffee Nut Bars store beautifully, making them a versatile addition to your repertoire of make-ahead desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans), roughly chopped
- 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal, and lightly grease the paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, instant coffee granules, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a thick batter forms.
Fold in the mixed nuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into 12 squares or bars.
Store the Coffee Nut Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.4 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.3 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 773 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.0 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 298.0 g | ||
| Protein | 58.5 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1917 mg | 41% | |
*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.
