KAHLUA DREAM BARS

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This uses a 1/2 c Kahlua liquer in the topping! It sounds so delicious. It comes from "The Joy of Cookies" by Sharon Tyler Herbst. The author suggests using pecans in place of the coconut if you are not a fan of coconut. Prep time is a guess. Some ingredients are listed more than once and in different quantities because the first time is for the cookies base, and the second is for the topping.

Provided by the_cookie_lady

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 48 bars, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
2 eggs
2 teaspoons instant coffee powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Kahlua (any coffee liquer will work)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup flaked coconut
2 tablespoons additional Kahlua (optional)
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees farenheit. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
  • To prepare cookie base: In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, brown sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Add flour 1/2 c at a time, blending well after each addition. Stir in pecans. Spread evenly over bottom of prepared pan. Bake for 12 minutes and then remove to a cooling rack.
  • To prepare topping: In a small mixing bowl, beat eggs, coffee powder and salt until light. Beating constantly at medium-high speed, add sugars 1/4 c at a time, beating well after each addition. Increase speed to high; continue beating until mixture is thick and pale and ribbons form in bowl when beaters are lifted, 5 to 10 minutes. With mixer running at medium speed, gradually add 1/2 c Kahlua, then flour and baking powder; beat only until combined. Fold in coconut. Pour evenly over partially baked crust.
  • Bake 20 minutes. Remove from oven. If desired, drizzle remaining 2 tbl Kahlua. Return to oven; bake an additional 5 minutes or until top is set and evenly browned. Coo in pan on rack. Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar. Cut into 48 (about 1 1/2") squares, cutting 6 strips one way and 8 strips the other way. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.6, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 16.4, Sodium 55.6, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 9.3, Protein 1.1

Crystal Wring
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The bars were a bit too dense for my taste.


Lateef Awal
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I love the chocolate and caramel layers.


BD PUBG Lover
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I'm not a big fan of coffee, but I still enjoyed these bars. The Kahlua flavor is not too strong.


JMK 7777
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These bars were a bit too sweet for me, but my husband loved them.


Hassan Bhullar
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I love the way the Kahlua Dream Bars look. They're so impressive and perfect for a party.


Isai Suriano
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The bars were a little too crumbly for my liking.


Munashe Kamuchengi
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These bars are perfect for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious.


Abbass Sahi
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I'm not usually a fan of Kahlua, but I loved these bars. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Luis Solis
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The bars were a bit too rich for my taste.


haqe zahra
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These bars are so good, I could eat them every day! The combination of chocolate, coffee, and cream cheese is perfection. I highly recommend them.


A.J. Skinner
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Meh.


Shy Girl
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I love the Kahlua flavor in these bars. It gives them a unique and delicious taste. I'll definitely make them again!


Fazol Korim
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These bars are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Kiran Adnan
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The bars were a bit dry.


Qadar Moalim abukar
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I brought these to a potluck and they disappeared in minutes. Everyone raved about them.


Teboho Fokane
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked me for the recipe. I will definitely be making them again.


Shoaib Saim
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These bars are too sweet for me.


Shanese Taylor- Bonner
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Yum!


Jennifer Leach
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Followed the recipe exactly and my bars turned out perfect. The filling is creamy and smooth, and the chocolate ganache on top is rich and decadent. These bars are a hit with everyone who tries them!


Kamran Joseph
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This was my first time making Kahlua Dream Bars and they turned out amazing! The layers were perfect and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making these again soon.