ALMOND ESPRESSO BARS

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If you like coffee, you'll love these mocha morsels dressed up with toasted almonds. Save a few bars for afternoon snacktime or even breakfast, too. -Taire Van Scoy, Brunswick, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup brewed espresso
1 large egg
1-1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup chopped slivered almonds, toasted
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons water
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar and espresso until blended. Beat in egg. Combine flour and cinnamon; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chopped almonds. , Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned. , In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water and extract until smooth; spread over warm bars. Sprinkle with slivered almonds. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Wafa Tv
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These bars look delicious! Can't wait to try them.


Faryal Pari
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I'm not usually a fan of coffee desserts, but these bars look so good that I might have to make an exception.


Prosper Okwe
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These bars sound a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar.


Benjamin Anaya
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I'm not sure if I'll like the combination of chocolate and coffee, but I'm willing to try it.


Paramount
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These bars look so delicious! I'm definitely going to try making them this weekend.


ashly gonzales
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I can't wait to try these bars with different types of chocolate and coffee.


Sandy Publish
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These bars are the perfect addition to any coffee break!


Boom Ali
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I would definitely recommend these bars to anyone who loves chocolate and coffee.


Warasa Ali
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Overall, I thought these bars were pretty good. They're easy to make and they taste delicious.


tabassum summa
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These bars were a bit dry. I think I'll try adding some more butter or oil next time.


Md Nabab
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These bars are a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Jerry O'Deal Harris
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I love the combination of chocolate and coffee. These bars are the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Umer special vlogs Ijaz
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These bars are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Guaid Malika
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The perfect afternoon pick-me-up! The coffee flavor is strong but not overpowering, and the almond flavor adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Malik iftikhar Malik iftikhar
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These bars are so easy to make! I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Ontekile Baitaodi
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I'm not usually a fan of coffee desserts, but these bars were surprisingly delicious. The almond flavor really balances out the coffee flavor.


Jakpa Emmanuel
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These almond espresso bars were a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of chocolate and coffee flavors.