Irish Coffee Bars Chewy Delicious Blondies
Indulge in the rich, coffee-infused decadence of Irish Coffee Bars, chewy and delicious blondies that bring together the bold flavors of Irish whiskey, espresso, and dark chocolate in every irresistible bite! These easy-to-make blondies are the perfect treat for lovers of coffee desserts, with a buttery, caramel-like base enhanced by hints of smoky whiskey and the crunch of optional toasted nuts. Ready in just 40 minutes, these blondies boast a golden-brown top with a moist, gooey center, making them ideal for dessert, snack time, or sharing at your next gathering. Serve them with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel for a truly indulgent finish. Optimize your dessert game with these irresistible Irish Coffee Bars—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams brown sugar, packed
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 160 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 120 grams dark chocolate chips
- 60 grams chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal, and lightly grease the edges.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat, stirring frequently until fully melted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, Irish whiskey, and instant espresso powder until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the blondies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the blondies out of the pan. Cut into 12 squares or bars.
Serve and enjoy your Irish Coffee Bars with a drizzle of caramel or a side of whipped cream, if desired!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.5 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.7 g | 419% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 622 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 1845 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.3 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.4 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1566 mg | 33% | |
*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.
