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Mocha Java Bars

"For best results, use a high quality Dutch cocoa and gourmet white chocolate."

Ingredients :

2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
6 ounces white chocolate
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
3/4 cup flaked coconut

Instructions :

Prep :	Cook : 15M	Ready in :

To make Pastry: Combine 1/2 cup butter, white sugar, vanilla and the egg in a double boiler over low heat. Stir until thick. Add the graham cracker crumbs, coconut and nuts and mix well. Pour into baking pan and let cool.
To prepare Filling: In medium-sized bowl, dissolve the instant coffee in the hot coffee. Mix in powdered sugar, cocoa, 1/4 cup of butter and milk. Spread filling over pastry and chill for 15 minutes.
To prepare Topping: Melt white chocolate in double boiler over low heat. Spread over filling and cut into squares. Store in refrigerator.