Mocha Brownies with Cafe Latte Frosting Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Mocha Brownies with Cafe Latte Frosting deliver fudgy coffee-infused chocolate brownies topped with silky espresso buttercream creating perfect coffee-chocolate harmony. This decadent treat serves 12 in 45 minutes ideal coffee lovers or afternoon pick-me-up.

Why This Recipe Works

Instant coffee dissolves completely infusing deep mocha flavor without graininess. Melted chocolate butter base creates signature fudgy texture. Cafe latte frosting balances sweetness with espresso bitterness. Room temperature butter ensures smooth frosting spreadability. Cocoa dusting adds visual sophistication.

Ingredients & Prep

Brownies: 5½ oz dark chocolate 60-70% chopped, ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 tbsp instant coffee powder, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs room temp, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ tsp salt. Frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter softened, 1½-2 tsp instant coffee dissolved 1 tbsp hot water cooled, 1½-2 cups powdered sugar sifted, ½ tsp vanilla, pinch salt, 1 tbsp heavy cream optional.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven 350°F. Line grease 8×8-inch pan parchment overhang. Melt chocolate butter coffee microwave 45-second intervals medium power stirring smooth cool 5 minutes. Whisk sugar eggs vanilla. Stir chocolate mixture. Fold flour salt gently. Spread evenly bake 23-28 minutes toothpick few moist crumbs. Cool completely pan. Dissolve coffee hot water cool. Beat butter 1 minute fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar vanilla salt low speed. Beat coffee mixture cream if needed spreadable. Frost cooled brownies dust cocoa slice.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temperature airtight 3 days. Refrigerate 1 week frosting firms. Freeze 2 months excellent gift slices.

FAQs

Grainy chocolate? Finely chop melt gently. Frosting too sweet? Extra coffee ½ tsp. Brownies cakey? Underbake slightly fudgy center.

Conclusion

Mocha Brownies with Cafe Latte Frosting fuse coffee house bliss into brownie perfection fudgy creamy irresistible.

Mocha Brownies with Cafe Latte Frosting Recipe

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Mocha Brownies with Cafe Latte Frosting deliver fudgy coffee-chocolate bliss crowned with fluffy espresso buttercream. Dark chocolate base intensifies with instant coffee granules while creamy latte frosting pipes into perfect swirls. Grown-up brownie perfection for coffee addicts and chocolate lovers. Ultimate Pinterest dessert tray showstopper.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins (+ cool)
• Yield: 16 brownies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• Fudgy Mocha Brownies:
• 5½ oz dark chocolate (60-70% cacao, chopped fine)
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp instant espresso powder (fine grind)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs (room temp)
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour (spooned)
• Cafe Latte Frosting:
• ½ cup unsalted butter (room temp)
• 1½–2 tsp instant espresso powder
• 1 tbsp boiling water
• 1½ cups powdered sugar (sifted)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp heavy cream (if needed)
• Garnish:
• Cocoa powder dust
• Chocolate covered espresso beans

 

Instructions

• 1. Preheat oven 350°F. Line 8×8 pan with parchment overhang.
• 2. Melt chopped chocolate + butter + espresso powder (microwave 45-sec bursts or double boiler). Stir smooth. Cool 5 mins.
• 3. Whisk sugar + vanilla + eggs into chocolate. Add flour + salt, fold gently until just combined.
• 4. Spread evenly in pan. Bake 23-28 mins (fudgy center toothpick has moist crumbs).
• 5. Cool completely pan on wire rack.
• 6. Frosting: Dissolve espresso in boiling water. Cool fully.
• 7. Beat butter 1 min fluffy. Gradual powdered sugar + vanilla + salt + espresso liquid.
• 8. Adjust cream for pipeable consistency.
• 9. Lift brownies, frost thick swirl. Dust cocoa. Cut chilled.

Notes

• Fine espresso granules = smooth batter integration.
• 8×8 pan = fudgy perfection (9×9 = cakey).
• Cool chocolate 5 mins = proper egg tempering.
• Frosting espresso must be room temp = no melted butter.
• Chill frosted = cleanest cuts.
• Make ahead: Freeze plain brownies 2 months.
• Storage: Airtight room temp 3 days, fridge 1 week.
• Coffee upgrade: Sub 1 tsp dark roast instant coffee.
• Adult twist: Bourbon splash in frosting (1 tsp).
• Makes 16 decadent squares. Coffee heaven unlocked.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 brownie (2×2)
• Calories: 295
• Sugar: 27g
• Sodium: 140mg
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 55mg

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