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 (for frosting)
- 2–4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream (for frosting)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- Melt 1 stick of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder; add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before preparing frosting.
- Mix instant coffee granules with heavy cream; set aside.
- Beat unsalted butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
- Incorporate the coffee cream mixture into the frosting; frost cooled brownies generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg