Coffee Shortbread Bars

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/4 cups butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Stir the instant coffee and vanilla in a small bowl until well blended; set aside.
  3. Mix the flour, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl; set aside.
  4. Beat the butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer set at medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well blended.
  6. Beat in coffee mixture, then flour mixture.
  7. Beat on low speed until blended.
  8. Press firmly into a 13x9 inch pan. Pierce the entire dough at 1-inch intervals with a fork.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are slightly browned.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while warm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

715 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.7g 7% DV
Total Fat 35.2g 45% DV
Carbs 80.9g 29% DV
Fiber 1g 4% DV
Sugar 50.8g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9852.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 106mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 76.3mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 58.5mg 5% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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