Coffee Crisp Bars (Copycat Recipe)
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Coffee Crisp Bars (Copycat Recipe)
Description
Coffee Crisp Bars (Copycat Recipe) begin with thin vanilla wafers layered with a coffee buttercream, which is made by blending unsalted butter with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso powder until smooth and creamy. The buttercream is spread between the wafers, which are then chilled to firm the filling. After assembly, each layered bar is coated with melted dark chocolate to add a crisp, smooth outer shell. The chocolate is carefully melted and spread evenly over the tops, then set to harden in the fridge.
The texture relies on the crisp wafers providing a delicate crunch, balanced by the mellow coffee-flavored buttery layer in between. The dark chocolate coating seals the bars and gives a final bite of bittersweet flavor alongside the vanilla and coffee notes. Making these bars at home allows control over the coffee intensity and chocolate coverage.
Serve the Coffee Crisp Bars chilled for best texture. They are suitable as treats alongside coffee or tea or for sharing at gatherings. Proper chilling after assembly ensures the buttercream holds firmly between the crisp wafers and the chocolate coating stays intact without sticking or melting easily.
Ingredients
- 10 vanilla wafers thin
Coffee Buttercream:
- 20 g butter unsalted
- 15 g powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pkg espresso powder I used an espresso powder from G7, 2.5g
Chocolate Coating:
- 165 g dark chocolate chopped
Instructions
- Take out 10 thin vanilla wafers and set aside on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Make the coffee buttercream:
- In a small bowl, add the butter and cream with a fork, until softened and smooth.
- Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, espresso powder and mix until combined.
- If the buttercream is too warm, place it into the fridge for a few minutes to firm up.
Assemble:
- Take about 1 teaspoon of coffee buttercream and spread it evenly with an offset spatula the vanilla wafer.
- Place another vanilla wafer on top and repeat with the remainder.
- Place the tray into the fridge for 5-10 minutes, for the buttercream to set.
Enrobe:
- Add the chopped dark chocolate to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second increments, stirring in between until chocolate is shiny and completely melted.
- Pour about ½ tablespoon of dark chocolate on the surface of the vanilla wafer and use an offset spatula to smooth it out.
- Repeat with the remaining wafers.
- Pop the tray back into the fridge and wait for the chocolate to set, about 5-10 minutes.
- Once the chocolate has set, flip the wafer upside down with the chocolate side down and the vanilla wafer side up.
- Pour a little chocolate over (about 1 Tbsp) the vanilla wafer and use the offset spatula to evenly coat the entire surface and sides of the bar.
- Repeat with the remainder.
- Pop the tray back into the fridge for another 10 minutes for the chocolate to set.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 358 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 358kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 192mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 294mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 113IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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