Kahlua Praline Bars

Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Kahlua Praline Bars, a crowd-pleasing dessert that pairs the nutty crunch of toasted pecans with the silky sweetness of a Kahlua-infused praline filling. These bars begin with a golden, tender shortbread crust that serves as the perfect base for the luscious topping made with brown sugar, heavy cream, and a touch of coffee liqueur for depth. Sprinkled with optional semi-sweet chocolate chips, these treats strike a heavenly balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet finale to any dinner, these praline bars are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Whether served with coffee or enjoyed on their own, they’re an irresistible dessert you’ll make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Kahlua or coffee liqueur
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups pecans, chopped
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of light brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until combined. Remove from heat and mix in 1 cup of all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.

Step 3

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Use a fork to prick the dough slightly to prevent bubbling during baking.

Step 4

Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until light golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

To prepare the praline filling, melt the remaining 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the rest of the light brown sugar (1/2 cup) and the granulated sugar (1/2 cup). Stir until the sugars dissolve and the mixture is bubbling.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the heavy cream (1/2 cup) and continue stirring. Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract (1 teaspoon), Kahlua (2 tablespoons), and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Fold in the chopped pecans (1.5 cups).

Step 8

Pour the praline-pecan mixture over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly. If using, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips (3/4 cup) over the top for a chocolatey twist.

Step 9

Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Allow the praline bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or bars. For cleaner cuts, you can refrigerate the pan for about 30 minutes prior to slicing.

Step 11

Serve at room temperature and enjoy these decadent Kahlua Praline Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1157.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5349.9

Total Fat 306.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 368mg	0%
Sodium 1297.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 611.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.5g	0%
Total Sugars 383.3g
Protein 55.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 463.6mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 1739.3mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 45.1%