Ingredients
For the Bars:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee (cooled)
1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
1/2 cup brewed chai tea concentrate (or strong chai tea)
For the Icing:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons brewed chai tea concentrate
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom.
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In a large bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until creamy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, brewed coffee, milk, and chai tea concentrate.
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Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth and well combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan.
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For the icing: Whisk together powdered sugar, chai concentrate, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Drizzle the icing over the cooled bars. Let set for 15 minutes before slicing into squares.