Frosted Coffee Brownies Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 113 grams unsalted butter
02 - 200 grams granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 teaspoons coffee extract or 1 tablespoon instant coffee
06 - 35 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 65 grams all-purpose flour
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ Coffee Frosting

10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
11 - 2-4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
12 - 75 grams unsalted butter
13 - 240 grams powdered sugar

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease or line an 20 cm square baking dish with parchment and non-stick spray.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt unsalted butter until fully liquefied.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until uniform.
04 - Add cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and coffee extract or instant coffee to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
05 - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out mostly clean.
06 - Remove from oven and allow the brownie to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
07 - Dissolve instant coffee granules in 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream and set aside. Using a stand or hand mixer, beat unsalted butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Blend in the coffee-cream mixture; add extra cream one tablespoon at a time until you reach a spreadable consistency.
08 - Spread the coffee frosting evenly over the cooled brownie base. Slice into 16 squares and serve.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure brownies are completely cool before frosting to prevent the icing from melting.