Kahlua Brownie Bars
Indulge in the ultimate combination of decadent chocolate and rich coffee flavors with these irresistible Kahlua Brownie Bars. Featuring a moist, fudgy brownie base infused with a splash of Kahlua coffee liqueur and studded with melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, these bars are topped with a silky, Kahlua-infused chocolate frosting for a dessert that’s nothing short of heavenly. Perfect for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep and delivers 16 luscious servings. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a sweet treat with a sophisticated twist, these Kahlua Brownie Bars are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup butter. Remove from heat and stir in sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in Kahlua and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the frosting.
To make the frosting, whisk together powdered sugar and cocoa powder in a small bowl.
In another small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in Kahlua and heavy cream.
Gradually add the powdered sugar mixture to the saucepan, whisking until smooth and spreadable. Add a splash of additional cream if the frosting is too thick.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Let the frosting set for about 15 minutes before cutting into bars.
Slice into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 246.6 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.6 g | 713% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1151 mg | 384% | |
| Sodium | 1503 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 880.5 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 84.9 g | 303% | |
| Total Sugars | 647.2 g | ||
| Protein | 88.9 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 43.4 mg | 241% | |
| Potassium | 3404 mg | 72% | |
*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.
