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Decadent Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

Decadent Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies: Your New Favorite Treat

Indulge in these decadent espresso chocolate chip cookies that satisfy your sweet cravings effortlessly.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Oats Gluten-free oats if required
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Can substitute with almond butter for nut allergies
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Can substitute with butter or plant-based margarine
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened for best flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Use dairy-free chips for vegan options

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • baking dish
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • refrigerator
  • Parchment Paper
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine the oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly until fully blended, resembling a thick batter.
  2. Add the cocoa powder to the mixture and mix until completely uniform in texture.
  3. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and transfer the mixture, pressing it down evenly.
  4. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate over the oat mixture and spread evenly across the surface.
  6. Refrigerate for at least two hours until set and chocolate is hardened.
  7. Remove from the dish, cut into squares or rectangles, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars are versatile and can be customized with various nut butters and toppings to suit different dietary needs.

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