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Mocha Caramel Crunch Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars.

These Mocha Caramel Crunch Cookie Bars are a delicious blend of chocolate, coffee, and caramel. An irresistible treat for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars:
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 2/3 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Coffee
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 4-5 cups Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup Rice Krispies Cereal
For the Caramel Layer:
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream plus more if needed
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Kahlua (Optional)
  • a pinch Sea Salt sprinkled on top

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for even baking.
  2. Step 2: Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and instant coffee.
  5. Step 5: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then mix with wet ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Fold in chocolate chips and Rice Krispies.
  7. Step 7: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  9. Step 9: Prepare the caramel by melting sugar in a saucepan.
  10. Step 10: Add heavy cream and butter to melted sugar until smooth.
  11. Step 11: Stir in Kahlua if using.
  12. Step 12: Drizzle caramel over baked bars and let cool completely.
  13. Step 13: Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Let the bars sit for a day before serving for enhanced flavor.
  • Try different types of chocolate chips for variety.
  • Do not overbake; they should be soft in the center.