Description
These Frosted Coffee Brownies combine rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors in a moist, fudgy treat topped with a smooth coffee-infused frosting. Quick and easy to prepare, they are perfect for an indulgent dessert or a delightful afternoon snack with a cup of coffee.
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 and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add eggs and flavorings: Stir in the eggs, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee, mixing thoroughly to blend all wet ingredients.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder to ensure even distribution.
- Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the brownies.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Prepare the frosting: While the brownies cool, whisk powdered sugar, cocoa powder, brewed coffee, softened butter, and vanilla extract together until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Adjust the coffee quantity to reach desired spreading consistency.
- Frost and serve: Spread the coffee frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Slice into 9 pieces and serve to enjoy the perfect balance of coffee and chocolate flavors.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed strong coffee for the best coffee flavor in both batter and frosting.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting the frosting.
- For a richer taste, substitute half of the butter with cream cheese in the frosting.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Adjust the amount of brewed coffee in frosting to achieve your preferred consistency.
