Mocha Bars
Indulge in the rich, coffee-infused decadence of these Mocha Bars, the perfect treat for chocolate and coffee lovers alike. Combining buttery brown sugar batter with a hint of instant coffee and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these bars deliver a fudgy texture that’s irresistibly soft and flavorful. A glossy coffee-cocoa glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, making them as visually tempting as they are delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish, these mocha bars are ideal for afternoon snacks, dessert spreads, or a unique coffee break companion. Treat yourself to the bold, harmonious blend of mocha goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the 1 cup of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth 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 a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for a fudgy texture.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the mocha bars cool completely in the pan while preparing the glaze.
To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, cooled brewed coffee, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, and 1 tablespoon of milk in a small mixing bowl until smooth and slightly thickened.
Once the mocha bars have cooled, spread the glaze evenly over the top using a spatula.
Allow the glaze to set for 15-20 minutes, then slice the bars into 12 squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.2 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.8 g | 539% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 1858 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 859.1 g | 312% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.1 g | 147% | |
| Total Sugars | 605.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 1938 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.
