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Frosted Coffee Brownies Recipe: The Ultimate Caffeinated Dessert Indulgence

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Rich, fudgy brownies infused with coffee flavor and topped with a creamy coffee frosting—perfect for chocolate and coffee lovers alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp instant coffee granules (or espresso powder)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp brewed strong coffee (cooled)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  • 2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
  • 3. Stir in coffee granules until dissolved.
  • 4. Add cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
  • 5. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
  • 6. Bake 20–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  • 7. Cool completely before frosting.
  • 8. For frosting: beat butter, powdered sugar, coffee, and vanilla until creamy.
  • 9. Spread frosting over cooled brownies, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

  • For stronger coffee flavor, add an extra teaspoon of instant coffee.
  • These brownies taste even better the next day once flavors settle.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: Frosted Coffee Brownies, mocha brownies, chocolate coffee dessert

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