Espresso Brownie Cake With Kahlua Icing Recipe

Indulge in this dangerously delicious Espresso Brownie Cake topped with a rich Kahlua icing! Fudgy, intensely chocolatey, and spiked with a hint of coffee, this recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers. Easily adaptable (instant coffee works!), this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to experience pure brownie bliss!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 627.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Espresso Brownie Cake With Kahlua Icing

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How to Make Espresso Brownie Cake With Kahlua Icing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour an 8 or 9-inch springform pan (or prepare a square/round pan for spatula slicing).
  3. **Brownie Cake:**
  4. Melt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter and 6 ounces (170g) unsweetened chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and beat in 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons espresso powder, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually stir in 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour with a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour.
  10. **Kahlua Icing:**
  11. In a bowl, cream together 1/4 cup (57g) softened unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon espresso powder.
  12. Add 2 tablespoons Kahlua liqueur and gradually beat in 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  13. Spread icing evenly over the cooled brownie cake.
  14. Melt 1/2 cup (113g) semi-sweet chocolate chips and drizzle over the icing.
  15. Chill the cake until the icing is firm (about 30 minutes).
  16. Carefully remove the pan rim (if using a springform pan) before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

237g

Fat

110g

Carbs

24g