Prepare to have your taste buds blown away by the most addictive dessert you'll ever experience! These Coffee Toffee Caramel Cookie Bars are not just a treat – they're a flavor explosion that combines the rich depth of brewed coffee, the crunch of toffee bits, and the decadence of chocolate chips. Imagine a cookie bar so irresistible that it'll have your friends begging for the recipe and your family fighting over the last piece. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast, a dessert lover, or simply someone who appreciates mind-blowing flavor combinations, these bars are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup toffee bits
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Pour in the vanilla extract and cooled brewed coffee, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in toffee bits and chocolate chips using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Use gentle, smooth motions to create an even surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This will help the bars set and make cutting easier.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 12 equal rectangles using a sharp knife.
- For best flavor and texture, store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Optional: drizzle with caramel sauce before serving for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect creamy texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined to keep the bars tender and soft.
- Coffee Choice: Use a high-quality brewed coffee at room temperature for the best flavor depth.
- Toffee Tip: For extra crunch, use Heath bar bits or crushed toffee pieces for maximum flavor impact.
- Baking Precision: Watch your bars closely in the last 5 minutes of baking. The difference between perfectly baked and overdone can be just a minute.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat edges.
- Storage Hack: These bars actually taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld together.
- Serving Suggestion: A light dusting of sea salt or a drizzle of caramel can elevate these bars from amazing to absolutely extraordinary!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 352kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 64mg
