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Brown Butter Espresso Brownies

Indulgent Brown Butter Espresso Brownies You'll Crave

Brown Butter Espresso Brownies will satisfy your sweet tooth and give you a caffeine boost!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brown Butter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter ensures a rich, nutty flavor
For the Brownie Batter
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar adds sweetness and contributes to fudgy texture
  • 3 large eggs binds ingredients and helps achieve cakey consistency
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder brings caffeine boost and intensifies chocolate flavor
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract adds depth and warmth to the flavor profile
  • ¾ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder offers a deep, rich cocoa flavor
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour provides structure to brownies
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt balances sweetness and enhances flavors
For the Finishing Touch
  • extra sea salt adds contrast to sweetness after baking

Equipment

  • light-colored saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 8x8 inch square baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare an 8x8 inch square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, then stir in cocoa powder and espresso powder.
  3. Whisk together 1.5 cups of granulated sugar and 3 large eggs for 3 to 5 minutes until it lightens in color and doubles in volume.
  4. Pour the warm chocolate and butter mixture into the egg and sugar mixture, whisking to incorporate without cooking the eggs.
  5. Fold in ¾ cup of all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of sea salt until no dry streaks remain, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  7. Sprinkle extra sea salt over the top of the brownies while they are still warm to enhance flavor.
  8. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use unsalted butter for better flavor control; ensure to check the browning of the butter carefully to avoid burning.

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