Description
Decadent fudgy brownies infused with coffee flavor and topped with a luscious coffee frosting, perfect for coffee lovers or a rich dessert treat. Moist, chocolatey, and brimming with aromatic coffee notes.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons instant coffee
2 tablespoons hot water
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2½ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons brewed coffee (strong)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Dissolve instant coffee in hot water in a small bowl. Set aside.
Whisk melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
Add coffee mixture and whisk to distribute.
Gradually mix in flour and salt until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly.
Bake 25–30 minutes until fudgy but set (toothpick test).
Cool completely before frosting.
Beat softened butter for frosting until creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and optional cocoa powder. Beat until smooth.
Spread frosting over cooled brownies.
Chill for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use espresso powder as a substitute for instant coffee if preferred.
Frosting can be made dairy-free by using vegan butter.
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Can substitute brewed coffee with strongly brewed black tea for alternative flavors.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Featured
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg