Caffè Mocha Brownies That Are Irresistible

Brownie Directions:

Brownie Directions:

1. Using a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp of espresso and ¼ C water until combined and set aside.

2. Preheat oven to 350 and spray a 9x13 baking pan with Pam baking spray.

3. Using a medium bowl, melt the butter.

4. Using a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, oil, and sugars.

5. Whisk in the eggs and 2 tbsp of the espresso

6. Using a large bowl whisk together the flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder.

7. Gradually whisk in the dry ingredients into the wet.

8. Fold in the chocolate chips

9. Pour batter into the baking pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

10. Allow to cool completely.

Mocha Frosting Directions:

1. Using a small bowl, whisk together the espresso and warm water until combined.

2. Using a standing mixer, beat the butter, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and 4 tbsp of the espresso mixture.

3. If the frosting is soft still, gradually mix in an additional C of powdered sugar.

4. Continue to beat ingredients together until combined and stiff with peaks.

5. Spread frosting evenly over the brownies.

Chocolate Ganache:

1. Using a small pot, bring the heavy cream to a boil.

2. Pour over the chocolate chips in a medium bowl and let sit for 1 minute.

3. Whisk until smooth.

4. Scoop into the piping bag

5. Cut the tip off the piping bag and drizzle over the frosted brownies.

6. Allow sitting in the fridge for an hour before cutting and enjoying it!