Chocolate Espresso Brownies with Sea Salt
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these fudgy Chocolate Espresso Brownies topped with a hint of sea salt. Each bite offers a rich chocolate flavor, enhanced by the robust kick of espresso, creating a perfect balance between sweet and salty. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these brownies are perfect for cozy nights or unexpected guests. Bake a batch and watch them disappear in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Mix in granulated and brown sugars until combined; cool slightly.
- Whisk in eggs one at a time and then add vanilla extract.
- Sift together cocoa powder, flour, espresso powder, and salt into the mixture; fold gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle additional sea salt on top, and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. Substitute dark chocolate for milk chocolate if you prefer sweeter brownies. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or refrigerate for longer freshness.