Description
Frosted Coffee Brownies are a deliciously rich dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate and coffee, topped with a creamy frosting for an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the cooled coffee, until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely before frosting.
- To make the frosting, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and instant coffee granules until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies and cut into squares to serve.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Frosted Coffee Brownies, Coffee Brownies, Chocolate Brownies, Dessert Recipes