Best 7 Coffee Crunch Bars Recipes

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Coffee crunch bars are a delightful dessert with a combination of crumbly, nutty crust, creamy coffee filling, and a buttery oat topping. Their rich and bold coffee flavor with a hint of sweetness makes them a popular treat among coffee and dessert enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your baking journey, this article will guide you through finding the best recipe for coffee crunch bars, considering factors such as ease of preparation, unique ingredients, and delightful variations that will please everyone's taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COFFEE CRUNCH BARS



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Provided by Leah Reich

Categories     Coffee     Mixer     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Valentine's Day     Kid-Friendly     Almond     Party     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups (firmly packed) dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Whisk first 3 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
  • Using electric mixer, beat butter and sugar in another medium bowl until blended, about 2 minutes. Add espresso powder and almond extract; beat 1 minute. Stir in flour mixture in 3 additions, mixing until just absorbed after each addition. Stir in chocolate chips and almonds (dough will be thick).
  • Turn dough out onto ungreased rimmed baking sheet. Using hands, press dough into 12-inch square. Pierce all over with fork at 1-inch intervals.
  • Bake until edges are lightly browned and beginning to crisp, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool on sheet 1 minute. Cut into 48 bars. Immediately transfer to rack; cool (bars will crisp as they cool). DO AHEAD: Can be made 5 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

COFFEE CRUNCH BARS



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This recipe came from one those leaftlets that flour companies (Gold Medal, I think), used to hand out. Since my copy is well-worn with the notation "excellent and "easy", I thought I would add it here.

Provided by Sweet PQ

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 23m

Yield 72 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons instant coffee
1 cup butter, softened (I use margarine)
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup almonds, chopped
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*. Blend all ingredients (except almonds & chocolate chips) thoroughly. Stir in the almonds and chocolate chips.
  • Spread batter evenly in an ungreased 15" x 10" x 1",jelly roll pan.
  • Bake 18-25 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp. Cut into 2" x 1" bars while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.2, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 33.6, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 0.7

COFFEE TOFFEE CRUNCH BARS



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These homemade candy bars are reminiscent of your favorite Ben & Jerry's ice cream - chocolate feuilletine crust and a coffee mousse are layered together for contrasting flavor and crunch. Once the bars have set, cut them into rectangles and top each with a white chocolate cremeux for a decadent, sweet treat.

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     dessert

Time 10h30m

Yield About 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 16

Nonstick cooking spray
11.28 ounces (320 grams) praline paste
6.35 ounces (180 grams) white chocolate pistoles
4 cups (340 grams) feuilletine
1 1/2 cups (340 grams) crushed toffee candy pieces, such as Heath Toffee Bar
17 ounces (482 grams) milk chocolate pistoles
3.6 sheets (9 grams total) silver leaf gelatin
1 1/2 cups (360 grams) milk
2 tablespoons (27 grams) coffee extract
1 1/2 teaspoons (5 grams) kosher salt
3 1/2 cups (642 grams) heavy cream
6 ounces (170 grams) white chocolate pistoles
1 teaspoon (5 grams) glucose syrup
2.25 sheets (6 grams) silver leaf gelatin
1 cup (200 grams) heavy cream
1/2 cup (100 grams) whole milk

Steps:

  • For the base: Line a baking sheet with parchment and put a 15-by-11-inch ring mold on top. Spray the parchment and ring mold with cooking spray.
  • Melt the praline paste and white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) a saucepan of simmering water, stirring to combine. Fold in the feuilletine. Spread evenly on the bottom of the prepared ring mold. Sprinkle the crushed toffee pieces over the crust. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • For the mousse: Put the milk chocolate in a large bowl. Bloom the gelatin sheets in a bowl of ice water until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring the milk, coffee extract, salt and bloomed gelatin to a boil in a medium saucepan. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve over the milk chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir with a rubber spatula to combine. Allow to cool to 90 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.
  • Meanwhile, whip the cream by hand or with an electric mixer on medium speed until it holds a ribbon on the surface when the whisk is lifted.
  • Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in 3 additions. Pour over the feuilletine base and smooth evenly with an offset spatula. Allow to set, about 45 minutes, then wrap with plastic wrap and freeze the layered base overnight.
  • For the cremeaux: Put the white chocolate and glucose syrup in a large bowl. Bloom the gelatin sheets in a bowl of ice water until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring the cream, milk and bloomed gelatin to a boil in a large saucepan. Strain through a fine mesh sieve over the white chocolate and glucose. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir with a rubber spatula to combine. Press plastic wrap directly on the surface so it doesn't form a skin and cover the bowl with another piece of plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • Flip the frozen layered base over (still in the ring mold), peel off the parchment and place on another parchment-lined baking sheet. Run a hot knife around the edges of the layered base and lift the ring mold to remove. Let sit at room temperature until it can be cut, 15 to 20 minutes and no more than 30 minutes. Test by touching the center with your fingertip. If it leaves a fingerprint, it's ready to cut.
  • Cut into 1-by-4-inch inch bars (or whatever size you want). Whip the cremeux to stiff peaks with an electric mixer on medium-high speed and place in a piping bag with a small plain round or star pastry tip. Pipe the cremeux in small dollops or rosettes on top of each bar.

COFFEE CRUNCH



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Use this recipe to make Blum's Coffee Crunch Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for one 10-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with a nonstick cooking mat; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, coffee, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat to 300 degrees on a candy thermometer.
  • Remove from heat for 10 seconds. Sift baking soda evenly over sugar syrup. Whisk just until combined. Pour immediately into the center of the prepared baking sheet. Let stand, without spreading, until cool, about 30 minutes.
  • When ready to use, tap the crunch lightly with a spoon or knife handle to crack. Break into irregular pieces.

COFFEE PECAN CRUNCH BARS W/COFFEE ICING



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If you like pecans, this will become your favorite recipe..you can also use crushed butterscotch candy, pounded in a plastic bag until the pieces are no larger than 1/4"..or Bits of Brickle almond crunch candy..

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 1/2 cups all-purpose white flour
1 1/2 tablespoons espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temp
2/3 cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon instant coffee, dissolved in
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon instant coffee, dissolved in
1 tablespoon hot water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
3/4 cup almonds, brickle
1 2/3 cups powdered sugar, sifted after measuring
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, slightly softened
1 1/4 teaspoons instant coffee powder, dissolved in
2 tablespoons hot water or 1 1/4 teaspoons instant coffee granules, dissolved in
2 tablespoons hot water
2 -3 drops almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or coat with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, thoroughly stir together the flour, ground espresso beans, baking powder, and salt -- set aside.
  • In a large bowl, with electric mixer on medium speed, beat together butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, coffee mixture, vanilla, and almond extract until lightened and fluffy.
  • Stir or beat in the flour mixture, then the pecans and candy, until evenly incorporated.
  • Turn out the mixture into the pan, spreading to the edges.
  • Place a sheet of wax paper over the layer, and press it out until flat and smooth on top. Peel off and discard the paper. Bake in the middle of the oven for 23-27 minutes or until just barely firm when pressed in the center and faintly darker at the edges; be careful not to overbake. Transfer to a wire rack and let stand until barely warm. For the icing -- In a small bowl, vigorously stir together the powdered sugar, butter, coffee mixture, vanilla and almond extract until well blended and smooth.
  • Stir in enough warm water, a little at a time, to yield a slightly runny icing.
  • Using a table knife, immediately spread the icing evenly over the bars, work quickly, at the icing firms rapidly.
  • Let stand until completely cooled and the icing is completely set.about 1 hour.
  • Using a large sharp knife cut into 24 bars, wipe knife clean between cuts.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.
  • If freezing, leave the slab whole, then cut into bars when partially thawed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 21.6, Sodium 39.6, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 15.1, Protein 3.1

CINNAMON CRUNCH BARS



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These tasty bars are wonderful for gift-giving and very easy to make too!

Provided by Susan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 cinnamon graham crackers
2 cups chopped walnuts
1 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
  • Arrange cinnamon graham crackers with sides touching in a single layer to cover the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle the walnuts evenly over the crackers. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter and cinnamon. Cook stirring constantly until the mixture begins to boil. Continue to boil the syrup for 3 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and pour over crackers.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and slightly darker around the edges. Cool completely in the pan. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 32.9 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CHOCOLATE CRUNCH BARS



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A little melting, stirring and chilling and you've got a chocolatey treat to enjoy with a cuppa. The kids can help, too

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Afternoon tea, Treat

Time 25m

Yield Cuts into 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

100g butter , roughly chopped
300g dark chocolate (such as Bournville), broken into squares
3 tbsp golden syrup
140g rich tea biscuit , roughly crushed
12 pink marshmallows , quartered (use scissors)
2 x 55g bars Turkish delight , halved and sliced (or use Maltesers, Milky Way or Crunchie bars)

Steps:

  • Gently melt the butter, chocolate and syrup in a pan over a low heat, stirring frequently until smooth, then cool for about 10 mins.
  • Stir the biscuits and sweets into the pan until well mixed, then pour into a 17cm square tin lined with foil and spread the mixture to roughly level it. Chill until hard, then cut into fingers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 39 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 31 grams sugar, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.29 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: High-quality ingredients will result in a more delicious coffee crunch bar. Use real butter, fresh eggs, and high-quality chocolate chips.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense coffee crunch bar. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the batter before baking: Chilling the batter will help the bars set more evenly and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set: Overbaking can result in dry, crumbly bars. Bake the bars until they are just set in the center, about 30-35 minutes.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting: This will help prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Coffee crunch bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a sweet snack or a special dessert, coffee crunch bars are sure to satisfy your craving. They are also a great way to use up leftover coffee. So next time you have a cup of coffee, save the grounds and make a batch of coffee crunch bars. You won't be disappointed!

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