Irish Cream-Coffee Bars

Irish Cream-Coffee Bars
155 min.
25
232kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Irish Cream-Coffee Bars, a perfect treat for any gathering or a cozy night in. These bars combine the rich, buttery goodness of sugar cookies with the smooth, velvety taste of Irish cream liqueur and the invigorating kick of coffee. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and warmth, making them an irresistible dessert that will leave your guests craving more.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen as you prepare these delectable bars. The base, made from a convenient sugar cookie mix, is enhanced with crunchy pecans, adding a delightful texture that complements the creamy filling. The luscious layer of sweetened condensed milk, infused with Irish cream and coffee, creates a decadent center that melts in your mouth.

To elevate the experience, we top each bar with a light and airy whipped cream, sweetened with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, and finish it off with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. The addition of a cinnamon stick not only adds a charming touch but also enhances the flavor profile, making each serving a feast for the senses.

Whether you're hosting a festive celebration or simply treating yourself, these Irish Cream-Coffee Bars are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just over two and a half hours, you can easily whip up a batch that serves 25, ensuring everyone gets to enjoy this delightful dessert. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a sweet masterpiece that will warm hearts and satisfy cravings!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 cup butter cold
  •  eggs 
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • tablespoons baileys irish cream 
  • teaspoon coffee instant
  • cup whipping cream 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon baileys irish cream 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 25  cinnamon sticks (2 inch)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 8-inch square pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, place cookie mix and pecans.
  2. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. With fork, stir in egg. Press half of cookie mixture in bottom of pan.
  3. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Reserve remaining cookie mixture.
  4. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir milk, 2 tablespoons liqueur and the coffee granules until well blended.
  5. Pour evenly over warm crust.
  6. Sprinkle reserved cookie mixture over top.
  7. Bake 25 to 30 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool 30 minutes at room temperature. Refrigerate 1 hour to cool completely.
  8. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into bars (5 rows by 5 rows). Store bars covered at room temperature.
  9. Just before serving, in small bowl, beat whipping cream, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon liqueur and the vanilla with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Top each bar with dollop of whipped cream; sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Insert cinnamon stick into each dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories232kcal
Protein4.89%
Fat44.02%
Carbs51.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.24
Glycemic Load
5.33
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.6273912761522%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.23mg
Delphinidin
0.16mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.06kcal
11.6%
Fat:11.59g
17.83%
Saturated Fat:5.74g
35.88%
Carbohydrates:30.26g
10.09%
Net Carbohydrates:28.19g
10.25%
Sugar:20.07g
22.3%
Cholesterol:32.46mg
10.82%
Sodium:111.9mg
4.87%
Alcohol:0.3g
100%
Alcohol %:0.62%
100%
Protein:2.9g
5.79%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.73%
Calcium:91.41mg
9.14%
Fiber:2.07g
8.29%
Vitamin A:316.87IU
6.34%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.16%
Phosphorus:58.74mg
5.87%
Selenium:3.43µg
4.91%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.95%
Potassium:99.1mg
2.83%
Iron:0.5mg
2.79%
Magnesium:10.12mg
2.53%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.42%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.32%
Copper:0.04mg
2.18%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.09%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.81%
Vitamin K:1.9µg
1.8%
Folate:6.97µg
1.74%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.46%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.27%
Vitamin B3:0.21mg
1.04%