Description
Rich espresso brownies meld deep chocolate intensity with bold coffee notes, creating a sophisticated dessert. Coffee lovers savor these fudgy squares that deliver a luxurious balance of bittersweet chocolate and robust espresso undertones you can’t resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (226 grams)
Sugars:
- 1 ½ cups light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Other Ingredients:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour (90 grams)
- ¼ cup brewed espresso
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Craft a parchment paper sling slightly narrower than the baking pan, ensuring a precise fit. Lightly coat the pan’s interior with vegetable spray to facilitate easy removal.
- Combine melted butter with light brown and granulated sugars, whisking vigorously until thoroughly integrated and smooth.
- Incorporate eggs individually, beating extensively after each addition. Continue whisking for 4-5 minutes to develop a luxurious, crinkly surface texture.
- Infuse the mixture with brewed espresso and vanilla extract, stirring until completely harmonized.
- Gently fold in cocoa powder, flour, espresso powder, and kosher salt. Blend carefully to maintain a delicate batter consistency, avoiding overmixing.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, distributing evenly with a spatula to create a uniform layer.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven at 350°F, allowing the brownies to bake for 30-45 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a knife near the center – it should emerge with minimal, moist crumbs.
- After removing from the oven, let the brownies rest completely within the pan, allowing them to set and develop optimal texture.
- Once cooled, leverage the parchment paper edges to gracefully extract the brownies from the pan.
- For optimal freshness, store in an airtight container. Consume within 2-3 days for peak flavor and texture.
Notes
- Whisking eggs and sugar thoroughly creates those coveted crinkly brownie tops that look professionally baked.
- Using parchment paper sling ensures easy removal and prevents brownies from sticking to the pan.
- Brewed espresso and espresso powder intensify the chocolate flavor, making these brownies deeply rich and complex.
- Careful not to overmix the batter preserves the fudgy texture and prevents tough, dense brownies.
- Cooling completely in the pan allows brownies to set properly and develop their ultimate texture.
- Store at room temperature for maximum freshness, enjoying within the first couple of days for peak deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg