Best 7 Easy Coffee Squares Recipes

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Are you a coffee aficionado in search of a mouthwatering treat that perfectly complements your morning brew or afternoon pick-me-up? Or perhaps you're a novice baker looking for a simple yet delicious dessert to impress your friends and family? If so, look no further than the delectable easy coffee squares. With their rich coffee flavor, soft and chewy texture, and irresistible crumb topping, these squares are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUS COFFEE SQUARES



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Provided by Kevin Williams

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup butter (softened)
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 egg
1/3 cup hot strong brewed coffee
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
4 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in egg and coffee.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and optional walnuts.
  • Spread into a well-greased 8-in. square baking dish.
  • Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

COFFEE BARS



Coffee Bars image

Cut into large or small bars.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
¼ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 cup chopped almonds
3 cups confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup evaporated milk
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt; set these dry ingredients aside.
  • Combine milk and instant coffee in saucepan, and heat at a medium low setting. Stir until coffee dissolves, and remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter or margarine with the white sugar and 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Beat in the egg, and then beat in the coffee mixture. Gradually blend in the mixture of dry ingredients, and fold in the almonds.
  • Spread dough evenly in a 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • To Make Frosting: Put 1 cup of the confectioners' sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat in the evaporated milk and vanilla extract. Gradually beat in remaining 2 cups of confectioners' sugar. Continue beating until of desired consistency. If consistency is too thick, add a little more milk; if it is too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  • Frost the bars with the icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 44.9 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

QUICK COFFEE CAKE



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This coffee cake is wonderful, the cake itself it moist and delicious while the topping is slightly crunchy and sweeter. Together, they make a delightful combination that you will surely enjoy!

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coffee Cake Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
6 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup shortening
½ cup milk
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch square pan.
  • In a large bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender to the size of small peas.
  • In a separate small bowl, beat the egg well, then stir in the milk and vanilla. Add the egg-milk mixture to the flour mixture all at once. Stir carefully until just blended.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Drizzle top with melted butter.
  • In a small bowl mix together brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle on top of cake. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 28.8 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 225 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

COFFEE SQUARES



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This cake is not a typical "Coffee Cake" with cinnamon. It is a chocolate chip cake with real coffee. My family gobbles these squares up.

Provided by Petunia

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup warm coffee
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream the margarine or butter with the sugar.
  • Add the egg and mix.
  • Then blend in the rest of the ingredients except the chips.
  • Spread into a greased 9x13" baking pan.
  • Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Cool and then cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.5, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 127.9, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 15.2, Protein 1.3

COFFEE SQUARES



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47

Categories     Dessert     Chocolate

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 22

vegetable oil
brown sugar
eggs
all-purpose flour
salt
baking powder
baking soda
cinnamon
vanilla extract
coffee
chocolate chips
vegetable oil
brown sugar
eggs
all-purpose flour
salt
baking powder
baking soda
cinnamon
vanilla extract
coffee
chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Combine oil, sugar and eggs, mixing well. Combine dry ingredients and add to the first mixture, blending well. Add vanilla and coffee, mixing well. Stir in the chips, blending well. Spread on a large greased cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes in a preheated 350℉ (180℃) F oven. Cool and cut.

Nutrition Facts :

CINNAMON COFFEE BARS



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"I've made these bars for more than 40 years, and they're still a favorite," writes Marylou Crouch from Granite Falls, Washington. The recipe makes a small pan, so the two of you can enjoy a few and have some left to share.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/3 cup hot strong brewed coffee
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and coffee. Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. , Spread into a well-greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a desired consistency. Drizzle over warm bars. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TOFFEE SQUARES



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These candy-like bars are very rich, so cut them into smaller bars. Using German sweet chocolate gives them a delightfully different taste.-Judith Scholovich, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk, vanilla, flour and salt; mix well. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Spread over hot bars. Immediately sprinkle with nuts. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into 1-1/4-in. squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality chocolate chips. Semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips will give the squares a rich, decadent flavor.
  • If you don't have instant coffee granules, you can use brewed coffee instead. Just reduce the amount of milk in the recipe by 1/4 cup.
  • To make the squares even more decadent, you can add a layer of chocolate ganache or frosting on top.
  • These squares can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Coffee squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving them for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, these squares are sure to be a hit. With their rich chocolate flavor, coffee aroma, and chewy texture, these squares are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give coffee squares a try!

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