Lady Arianna's Coffee Crunch Bars Recipe

Name: Lady Arianna's Coffee Crunch Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 ¼ cups dark brown sugar, finely packed; 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder; ½ teaspoon almond extract; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; ½ cup almonds, sliced

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt to blend.
3
In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until blended (about 2 minutes).
4
Add the almond extract and the espresso powder and continue beating for 1 more minute.
5
Stir in the flour mixture in 3 stages, mixing until each stage has been absorbed.
6
Add in the chocolate chips and sliced almonds (dough will be fairly thick).
7
Turn the dough out onto an ungreased rimmed baking sheet.
8
Press the dough into a 12 inch square.
9
Using a fork, pierce the dough at 1 inch intervals.
10
Bake until the edges are lightly browned and beginning to crisp, about 45-50 minutes.
11
Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute then cut into 48 squares.
12
Immediately transfer the bars to a wire rack to finish cooling.
13
They will crisp as they cool.

1276

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Lady Arianna's Coffee Crunch Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lady Arianna's Coffee Crunch Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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