Gooey Caramel Coffee Bars Recipe
Indulge in the rich, gooey delight of these Caramel Coffee Bars the perfect blend of buttery crust and creamy coffee-infused caramel. Each bar melts in your mouth, with a hint of sea salt that enhances the sweet flavors. Ideal for coffee lovers, these bars make an irresistible dessert or afternoon treat. Easy to make and packed with indulgent flavor, they’re sure to be a crowd favorite. Perfect for sharing (or savoring solo)!
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sea salt, for sprinkling
Directions:
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Crust: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
3. Bake Crust: Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, then bake for 15-20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
4. Make Caramel Coffee Layer: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, heavy cream, and instant coffee granules. Stir constantly until thickened and starting to pull away from the pan, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Add Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Assemble Bars: Pour the caramel coffee mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt.
7. Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Info:
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 310 kcal | Servings: 16 bars
Enjoy these gooey coffee caramel bars as a sweet afternoon pick-me-up or a decadent dessert!
