Description
Frosted Coffee Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and invigorating coffee, creating a dessert that will captivate any sweet lover. With their fudgy texture and creamy coffee frosting, these brownies are perfect for celebrations, gatherings, or simply treating yourself. This easy-to-follow recipe allows bakers of all skill levels to create an impressive treat that’s customizable to match personal tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- Melt 1 stick of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Spread the batter in the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before preparing the frosting.
- Mix instant coffee granules with heavy cream; set aside.
- Beat unsalted butter until fluffy, then add powdered sugar gradually until smooth.
- Incorporate the coffee cream mixture into the frosting until desired consistency is reached.
- Frost cooled brownies generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg