Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Espresso Brownie Bites, a perfect treat for coffee enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. These fudgy brownie bites blend rich chocolate with a robust espresso flavor, topped off with a luscious Kahlua buttercream frosting. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, these bite-sized desserts are quick to prepare and will leave your guests clamoring for more. With their decadent taste and easy-to-follow recipe, you can create gourmet-style brownies that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick unsalted butter, diced
- 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons Kahlua, or other coffee liqueur
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- Ground cinnamon, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt diced butter and chopped chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat until smooth; let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Fold in all-purpose flour just until combined to maintain a fudgy texture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then mix in heavy cream, Kahlua, and espresso powder until fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over cooled brownies and dust with ground cinnamon if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg