Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Melt ½ cup of butter, then stir in 1 cup of sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whisk together ¾ cup of flour, ½ cup of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of espresso powder.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip together 1 cup of mascarpone cheese and ½ cup of heavy cream until fluffy.
- Sift in ½ cup of powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
- Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly over the cooled brownie base.
- Drizzle with cooled strong coffee, allowing it to soak in.
- Dust with cocoa powder, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow brownies to cool completely before adding mascarpone layer for the best texture. Chill overnight for richer flavors.
