Description
Chocolate lovers celebrate this mocha brownie masterpiece with rich coffee-infused layers. Silky cafe latte frosting completes the dessert, inviting you to savor each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.5 oz (155 grams) dark chocolate, finely chopped (60% – 75% cocoa)
- 1 tbsp instant coffee powder
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (112 grams) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (84 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp boiling water (for frosting)
- ½ cup (112 grams) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 ½ – 2 cups (165–220 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- ¼ tsp salt (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp whipping cream (if needed)
Instructions
- Workspace Preparation: Position oven rack centrally and preheat to 350°F. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring extended edges for effortless removal.
- Chocolate Foundation: Combine chocolate, butter, and instant coffee in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt using short intervals, stirring between each cycle to achieve a silky, uniform texture.
- Batter Composition: Once chocolate mixture slightly cools, incorporate sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously to create a glossy, well-integrated blend.
- Dry Ingredient Integration: Delicately fold flour and salt into the liquid mixture, minimizing stirring to preserve a tender brownie consistency. Aim for a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Baking Process: Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 23-28 minutes until the surface sets and a testing implement reveals minimal moisture. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Frosting Creation: Dissolve instant coffee in boiling water, rapidly chill to room temperature. Cream butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Buttercream Development: Gradually add powdered sugar, incorporating vanilla extract and salt. Blend chilled coffee mixture into buttercream, adjusting consistency with whipping cream as needed.
- Finishing Touches: Once brownies cool completely, lift from pan using parchment paper. Apply cafe latte frosting evenly with a flat-edge knife, creating a smooth surface.
- Serving Preparation: Slice into precise squares and present at room temperature.
Notes
- Chocolate Melting Technique: Use short, controlled microwave intervals to prevent burning and ensure smooth chocolate incorporation.
- Batter Mixing Wisdom: Fold flour gently and minimally to maintain a light, tender brownie texture without developing tough gluten strands.
- Coffee Flavor Boost: Instant coffee enhances chocolate depth, creating a more complex and rich mocha profile.
- Frosting Consistency Control: Adjust buttercream thickness with whipping cream to achieve the perfect spreadable texture for even coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23-28 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg