Description
These Coffee Brownies combine rich chocolate and bold espresso for a dense, fudgy treat that perfectly balances sweetness and coffee depth. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, they stay moist and chewy, making them ideal for coffee lovers or anyone craving a decadent dessert with a caffeinated twist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (50g) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder
- 3/4 cup (95g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup (200g) Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) Unsalted Butter
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Start by gathering and measuring all ingredients precisely to keep the texture and flavor consistent. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt Butter and Mix with Coffee: Gently melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan or microwave, then whisk in the espresso powder and unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and fragrant.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, and salt. Sifting ensures your brownies will be smooth and free from lumps.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Stir eggs and vanilla extract into the chocolate mixture until fully incorporated, then slowly fold in the dry ingredients to form a thick batter.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold in chocolate chips to add gooey pockets of sweetness throughout your Coffee Brownies.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set properly before slicing into squares for serving.
Notes
- Use Quality Espresso Powder: It’s key to that signature coffee flavor without adding liquid.
- Don’t Overbake: Slightly underbaked brownies stay fudgier and more indulgent.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: This helps keep your batter smooth and light.
- Room Temperature Eggs: They mix better and help create a more even texture.
- Let Brownies Cool Completely: This ensures clean slices and improved flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: coffee brownies, espresso brownies, fudgy brownies, chocolate espresso dessert, caffeinated dessert, easy brownies