Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 shots of brewed espresso or ¼ cup espresso concentrate
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional: chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture
Instructions
- Nest step into flavor with your brewed espresso, ensuring it’s strong for a true coffee punch.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and espresso.
- Sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold these into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or nuts on top if desired for added crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a more intense coffee flavor, increase the espresso amount.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for maximum flavor.
- Adding chocolate chips or nuts enhances texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg