Decadent Frosted Coffee Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion with our Frosted Coffee Brownies. These rich, fudgy brownies are complemented by a creamy coffee frosting, offering a delightful balance of chocolate and coffee flavors. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, each bite is an experience that will satisfy your sweet tooth and awaken your senses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp milk (whole or dairy alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, instant coffee granules, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, let it cool slightly, then mix in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges pull away from the pan.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg