Mocha Brownies

Fancy up your favorite brownie mix by adding espresso powder and chocolate chips. Top it with espresso flavored butter cream frosting and you have mocha brownies, an irresistible dessert!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings servings

Calories 237kcal

Author Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

Brownies

1 box of brownie mix (get the kind that makes a 9×13 pan), prepared as directed
Eggs & oil as directed on box
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Frosting

1 stick of unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons milk (add in increments)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (or as directed on box mix). Spray a 9x13 inch pan lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Prepare brownies as directed on box, except add espresso powder to dry mix. Fold chocolate chips into batter. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
Bake for 25 minutes or as directed on box. Cool in pan.
To make frosting: Cream butter with electric mixer until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa, and espresso powder gradually. Mix in vanilla and milk in 1 tablespoon increments until the frosting is desired consistency. Spread on cooled bars. Add sprinkles if desired. Cut into squares and serve.

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