WHOLE WHEAT, CHIP AND COFFEE
BARS
 
2 c. all purpose flour
1 c. whole wheat flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
2 c. packed brown sugar
1 c. cooking oil
2 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. instant coffee crystals
1 c. cold water
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate pieces
1 c. chopped walnuts

Stir together flours, soda and salt. In large mixer bowl beat eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually add brown sugar, oil and vanilla; beat well. Dissolve coffee crystals in cold water; gradually stir into egg mixture. Add dry ingredients; beat until well combined. Pour batter into a greased 15"x10"x1" baking pan. Sprinkle chocolate pieces and nuts evenly atop. Bake in 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool slight. Drizzle with Coffee Glaze.

COFFEE GLAZE: Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee crystals in 4 teaspoons water. Combine 1 cup sifted powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon softened butter and the coffee mixture until smooth. (If necessary, add more water for drizzling consistency.) Cut into squares to serve. Makes 36 bars.

 

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