Ingredients and Weight:
- Dark chocolate (chopped): 200 grams
- Unsalted butter: 100 grams
- Granulated sugar: 150 grams
- Eggs (large): 3
- All-purpose flour: 100 grams
- Instant coffee powder: 2 tablespoons
- Cocoa powder: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or chunks: 100 grams (optional)
Preparation Time:
Total time: 45 minutes (20 minutes preparation, 25 minutes baking)
Cooking Time:
25 minutes at 350°F (175°C)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler or microwave, then set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar and eggs and mix well.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt together. Add them to the chocolate mixture and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the instant coffee powder.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan.
- Optionally, add chocolate chips or chunks to the top of the brownie mixture before baking.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: approximately 350 calories
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
These brownies are rich, chocolatey, and have a strong coffee flavor. The texture is dense and fudgy.
User Comments:
- "These brownies are incredible! The coffee flavor is perfect and makes them stand out from regular brownies."
- "I added walnuts to mine and it gave a nice crunch to the brownies."
- "These are my new favorite brownies! The texture is so fudgy and delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor in the brownies.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easier removal of the brownies after baking.
- Do not overbake the brownies; they will be best if they are slightly underdone in the center.