Mocha-Walnut Bars With Dark Chocolate Ganache

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350F

2. 2

   In medium bowl, stir walnuts, sugar and butter until moistened.

3. 3

   Press mixture evenly on bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch pan or 12x8-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish.

4. 4

   Bake 8 to 15 minutes or until edges are just golden brown; cool 30 minutes.

5. 5

   In large bowl, knead cookie dough and espresso granules until blended.

6. 6

   Drop small spoonfuls of dough evenly over walnut crust.

7. 7

   Gently press dough together evenly over crust (If dough is sticky, use floured fingers).

8. 8

   Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown; cool 30 minutes.

9. 9

   In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and whipping cream uncovered on High 1 minute, stirring after 30 seconds; stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth.

10. 10

    Spread chocolate mixture over bars.

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    Refrigerate 1 hour.

12. 12

    For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

13. 13

    Cover and refrigerate any remaining bars.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.