Name: Frosted Coffee Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 9
Ingredients: 1 stick unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tsp coffee extract or 1 tbsp instant coffee; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp baking powder; 1½ tsp instant coffee granules; 2–4 tbsp heavy whipping cream; 1/3 cup unsalted butter; 2 cups powdered sugar

Frosted Coffee Brownies

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These brownies were a weekend ritual in our house—baked while the coffee brewed, filling the kitchen with rich, chocolatey warmth. The bold coffee frosting brings the whole treat together, making it perfect for sharing (or savoring solo with your favorite mug). A sweet pick-me-up for any time of day!

Author: Wyatt Porter
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Yield: 9 1x

Ingredients

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For the Brownies:

1 stick unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tsp coffee extract or 1 tbsp instant coffee

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp baking powder

For the Coffee Frosting:

1½ tsp instant coffee granules

2–4 tbsp heavy whipping cream

1/3 cup unsalted butter

2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 baking dish.
Melt butter, then stir in sugar, eggs, vanilla, and coffee.
Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
Pour into pan and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.

Make the Frosting:
Dissolve instant coffee in 2 tbsp cream.
Beat softened butter with coffee mix and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add more cream for desired consistency.

Assemble:
Frost cooled brownies generously. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 280
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 2g

Find it online: https://flavorscroll.com/frosted-coffee-brownies/