Fudgy Dark Chocolate Mocha Brownies

Chocolate frosted brownies on a rack with coffee beans on the table.

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Fudgy Dark Chocolate Mocha Brownies

Rich and fudgy brownies with a hint of coffee flavor. These dark chocolate brownies are an indulget treat fit for the biggest chocolate lovers.

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Dessert

Keyword: brownies, chocolate, dark chocolate, fudgy, mocha

Servings: brownies

Calories: 396kcal

Author: Jennifer Soltys

Equipment

8 x 8 Baking Pan
Parchment Paper

Ingredients

Brownie Ingredients

½ cup butter unsalted
1 cup dark chocolate chips
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup sugar granulated
3 large egg room temperature
2 tbsp coffee strong-brewed
¾ cup flour
¼ tsp sea salt

Frosting Ingredients

¼ cup dark chocolate chips
4 tbsp butter
2 tbsp coffee strong-brewed
3 tbsp milk
2 cup powdered sugar
Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and chocolate chips together, stirring occasionally.
½ cup butter, 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Once the chocolate and butter are fully melted, add in the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Whisk the ingredients until they are fully combined.
½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup sugar
Crack the eggs into the chocolate mixture, one at a time, whisking after each addition until they are fully incorporated.
3 large egg
Pour in the coffee, flour, and salt. Whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined.
2 tbsp coffee, ¾ cup flour
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-27 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the brownies cool to room temperature.
To make the frosting, repeat the process from step 2 to melt the chocolate and butter together in a small saucepan.
¼ cup dark chocolate chips, 4 tbsp butter
Transfer the melted chocolate mixture to a medium mixing bowl.
Add in the coffee, 1 tablespoon of milk, powdered sugar, and a pinch of sea salt. Beat the ingredients together with a hand mixer until they are fully combined. If the frosting is too thick, add in an additional 1-2 tablespoons of milk until you reach your desired consistency.
¼ tsp sea salt, 2 tbsp coffee, 3 tbsp milk, 2 cup powdered sugar, Pinch of sea salt
Once the brownies are completely cooled, lift them out of the pan by the parchment paper and place them on a flat surface. Spread the frosting over the top of the brownies in an even layer.
Slice the brownies and enjoy!

Notes

These brownies have a dense, gooey texture that will satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings.
The coffee flavor in these brownies is subtle and adds an extra depth of flavor without being overpowering.
If you follow a gluten-free diet, you can easily use gluten-free all-purpose flour in this recipe to make it suitable for your needs.
For an extra rich chocolate flavor, we used 60% cacao chips in this recipe. However, you can also use semi-sweet chocolate chips if that's what you have on hand.

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