Best 4 Cafe Au Lait Bars Recipes

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Café au lait is a classic French beverage made with coffee and steamed milk. It is a popular breakfast drink, but can also be enjoyed at any time of day. Café au lait bars have become increasingly popular in recent years, offering a variety of coffee and milk combinations, as well as other breakfast and lunch items.

There are many different café au lait variations, each with its own unique flavor. Some popular variations include:

1. Café crème: This variation is made with equal parts coffee and steamed milk. It is a lighter, less intense version of café au lait.
2. Café au chocolate: This variation is made with coffee, steamed milk, and chocolate syrup. It is a rich, decadent drink that is perfect for a special occasion.
3. Iced café au lait: This variation is made with cold coffee and steamed milk. It is a refreshing drink that is perfect for a hot summer day.

Café au lait bars often offer additional menu items, such as pastries, sandwiches, and salads. This makes them a great place to grab a quick breakfast or lunch. If you are looking for a delicious and affordable way to enjoy café au lait, be sure to check out your local café au lait bar.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CAFé AU LAIT CAKE



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Enjoy your java by the forkful! This cool and delicious chocolate dessert features the popular coffee flavor found at coffee shops everywhere!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee granules
1 1/4 cups water
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
Vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee granules
1 tablespoon cool water
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped milk chocolate frosting
1 1/2 cups Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chocolate-covered espresso beans, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans, or spray with baking spray with flour. Dissolve 1 tablespoon coffee in 1 1/4 cups water. Make cake batter as directed on box, using coffee mixture in place of the water. Bake and cool as directed.
  • Dissolve 2 teaspoons coffee in 1 tablespoon cool water. Stir 2 teaspoons of the coffee mixture into frosting. In medium bowl, stir together whipped topping and remaining coffee mixture; gently stir in 1/4 cup of the frosting mixture.
  • On serving plate, place 1 cake layer, rounded side down. Spread with half of the whipped topping mixture (about 3/4 cup) to within 1/4 inch of edge. Top with second layer, rounded side up. Frost side and top of cake with frosting. Pipe remaining whipped topping mixture around top of cake. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled. Garnish top of cake with espresso beans. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 31 g, TransFat 1 g

HOMEMADE CAFE AU LAIT



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Make a fancy coffee drink at home with no special tools, just simple tricks!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup milk
Caramel syrup, optional
1/2 cup hot coffee

Steps:

  • Add the milk to a 2-cup mason jar. Add 1 teaspoon of caramel syrup if using and close the lid tightly. Shake the jar until foamy, about 1 minute. Remove the lid and microwave the foamy milk until hot, about 1 minute.
  • Pour the hot coffee into an 8-ounce mug. Top the coffee with the hot milk and spoon over some foam. Drizzle with caramel syrup if desired.

CAFE AU LAIT CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS



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Make and share this Cafe Au Lait Chocolate Chip Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BeansnRice

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup reduced-calorie margarine
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
1 egg
1/2 cup cold coffee
1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup mini chocolate chip
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9" X 9" cake pan with butter-flavored cooking spray.
  • Combine margarine, sour cream and egg in a large bowl.
  • Stir in coffee and Splenda.
  • Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon.
  • Mix gently to combine.
  • Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
  • Spread batter into pan and bake for 20-22 minutes.
  • Place pan on wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.1, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 105.1, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 1.9

CAFE AU LAIT BARS



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Not too sweet bars have the famailiar flavor of coffee laced with cream. Dress them up with a sprinkle of chocolate chips or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup instant coffee crystals
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325. Lightly grease a 13 X 9 pan. Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until light-colored and thick. Add teh sugar, beating until glossy and thick. Add vanilla and butter, beating to combine. Stir in the flour and salt. Scrape down beater and sides of bowl to incorporate.
  • Set aside 1 1/2 cups batter. Stir together the coffee crystals and cream and add to the remaining batter. Spread the coffee batter into prepared pan. Spoon the reserved batter over and then run a knife through the two batter to marble them. Sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes or until the center is set. Cool before cutting.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, quality ingredients: This will make all the difference in the flavor of your café au lait. Use freshly brewed coffee, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract.
  • Warm your milk: This will help to create a smooth, velvety texture. You can warm it in a saucepan over medium heat, or in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until it reaches the desired temperature.
  • Froth your milk: This is optional, but it will give your café au lait a more luxurious texture. You can use a milk frother, or simply whisk the milk vigorously in a saucepan until it becomes foamy.
  • Sweeten to taste: Add sugar or honey to your café au lait, if desired. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Café au lait is best enjoyed fresh. Serve it in a mug or cup, and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa powder, if desired.

Conclusion:

Café au lait is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee drink that can be enjoyed any time of day. With its rich, creamy flavor and velvety texture, it's the perfect way to start your morning or relax in the afternoon. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give café au lait a try. You won't be disappointed!

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