Coffee Squares

Indulge in the bold, rich flavors of these decadent Coffee Squares—a perfect blend of moist, coffee-infused cake and a luscious coffee glaze. This easy-to-make dessert combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and sugar with the robust depth of freshly brewed coffee for a treat that’s as comforting as your favorite cup of joe. The lightly sweetened glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, making these coffee bars ideal for pairing with an afternoon latte or serving at brunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, Coffee Squares are as effortless as they are irresistible, ensuring you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dessert on-hand for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup brewed coffee (room temperature)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons brewed coffee (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan, then line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer).

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Add the brewed coffee (room temperature) to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the coffee squares cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the squares are cooling, prepare the coffee glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of brewed coffee until smooth.

Step 11

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled coffee squares and let it set for 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(802.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2401.0

Total Fat 59.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 1207.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 303.8g
Protein 31.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 126.9mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 475.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.8%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 73.0%