Delicious Cinnamon Coffee Bars

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup hot strong brewed coffee
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 to 4 teaspoons milk

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and coffee.
Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts.
Spread into a well-greased 8-in. square baking dish.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a desired consistency.
Drizzle over warm bars.
Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.