Description
Indulge in the rich and fudgy delight of Espresso Brownie Bites, a perfect blend of chocolate and coffee flavors that will satisfy your sweet cravings. These bite-sized treats are ideal for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant parties. Topped with a luxurious Kahlua buttercream, they offer an irresistible combination of textures and tastes, making them a favorite among dessert lovers. With simple preparation steps, you can whip up these decadent brownies in no time, impressing family and friends alike.
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat; let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, espresso powder, and salt.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted chocolate mixture and sugar; mix well before adding eggs one at a time.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour into a baking pan and bake for 20 minutes.
- For the Kahlua buttercream, beat room temperature butter with cream, Kahlua, espresso powder, and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Once brownies cool, cut into bites and top with buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg