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Mocha Swirl Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mocha Swirl Brownies offer a decadent blend of rich chocolate and a creamy coffee-infused swirl, creating a perfect marbled dessert. Soft, fudgy, and layered with a luscious cream cheese mocha topping, they bring a delightful twist to classic brownies, ideal for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients

Brownie Base

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Mocha Swirl

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee or espresso
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the brownies from sticking.
  2. Make Brownie Batter: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until it becomes smooth and glossy for a uniform texture.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients to Brownie Batter: Mix in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, instant espresso powder, and baking powder. Stir until just combined and smooth, being careful not to overmix. Then, spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  4. Prepare Mocha Swirl Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, flour, egg yolk, brewed coffee (or espresso), and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  5. Create the Mocha Swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the mocha swirl mixture over the brownie batter in the pan. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the two mixtures together to create a marbled effect without fully blending them.
  6. Bake the Brownies: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The brownies are done when the center is just set, and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 16 squares. This cooling step helps the brownies set for easy slicing and enhances the flavor.

Notes

  • For a stronger mocha flavor, double the amount of espresso powder in the brownie base.
  • These brownies freeze well. Wrap them individually for a quick and convenient treat later.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/mocha-swirl-brownies-recipe/