Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Frosted Coffee Brownies, where rich chocolate meets aromatic coffee for a decadent treat that satisfies any sweet craving. This easy recipe yields fudgy brownies topped with a creamy coffee frosting, making them perfect for gatherings or a special dessert at home. Customize your brownies by adding your favorite nuts or adjusting the sweetness to create a unique treat that reflects your taste. Each bite offers a wonderful balance of flavors, making these brownies a crowd-pleaser at any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons coffee extract (or 1 tablespoon instant coffee)
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- 2–4 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8-inch baking dish.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar, then mix in eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, mix instant coffee granules with heavy whipping cream; set aside.
- Beat unsalted butter until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the coffee mixture to reach desired consistency before frosting the cooled brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg