Description
These Frosted Coffee Brownies combine the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee into a moist, tender treat topped with a luscious coffee-infused frosting. Ready in just 35 minutes, they offer a delightful balance of bold coffee notes and sweet cocoa, perfect for dessert or a special coffee break.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- â…“ cup brewed coffee
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- â…“ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
Coffee Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee (adjust for desired consistency)
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan to ensure the brownies do not stick.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and melted butter until smooth and well combined, then add eggs, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating a fudgy texture.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the brownies cool, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, brewed coffee, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, adjusting coffee amount to reach desired consistency.
- Frost the Brownies: Spread the coffee frosting evenly over the cooled brownies using a spatula or knife for smooth coverage.
- Serve: Slice the frosted brownies into 9 squares and enjoy this delicious coffee-chocolate treat.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed coffee for the best coffee flavor in both the brownie batter and frosting.
- Adjust the coffee in the frosting to achieve the desired spreadable consistency.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain fudginess.
- For a richer flavor, consider using espresso instead of brewed coffee.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.
