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Coffee Brownies

Irresistible Coffee Brownies That Will Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in these Coffee Brownies, a fudgy masterpiece that combines rich chocolate and deep coffee for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 brownies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 8 ounces strong brewed coffee Can substitute with instant coffee dissolved in hot water
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate Dark chocolate can also be used for a deeper flavor
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar Coconut sugar can be a healthier substitute
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Omit or reduce if desired
  • 3 large eggs Aquafaba works as a vegan substitute
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate Can be omitted if using more semi-sweet chocolate
For the Frosting
  • powdered sugar Cornstarch can be used for similar texture

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • small saucepan
  • heatproof bowl
  • microwave
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a small saucepan, pour in 8 ounces of strong brewed coffee and simmer until reduced to just 2 tablespoons.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter and 8 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate until smooth.
  4. Stir in ¾ cup of light brown sugar and ¼ cup of granulated sugar, then add 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  5. Mix in the reduced coffee and ¾ cup of all-purpose flour, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Once baked, let the brownies cool in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting for best results. Customize with nuts or different toppings as desired.

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