Fudgy Chocolate Brownies with Espresso | Rich & Gooey Every Time. These homemade fudgy chocolate brownies are rich, chewy, and have a secret espresso twist that intensifies the chocolate flavor. Perfect for dessert lovers!
The Ultimate Brownie: Deep, Dark & Delicious
Let’s talk brownies — and we’re not here for the cakey kind. These are the real deal: moist, chewy, full of deep chocolate flavor, and have that irresistible gooey center.
The secret? A little bit of espresso powder. It doesn’t make your brownies taste like coffee — it just boosts the chocolate flavor and makes it richer. Once you try it, you won’t go back!
Ingredients
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170g (¾ cup) unsalted butter
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200g dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup brown sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp instant espresso powder (optional but highly recommended)
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Optional: chocolate chunks, walnuts, or caramel swirls for topping
How to Make It
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Preheat the oven:
Set to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8” baking tin with parchment paper. -
Melt chocolate + butter:
In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and chocolate together (microwave or double boiler). Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly. -
Add sugars + eggs:
Mix in granulated and brown sugar, then add vanilla. Whisk in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. -
Mix dry ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder. -
Combine it all:
Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet until just combined. Don’t overmix. -
Pour & top:
Pour batter into the tin. Add chocolate chunks, nuts, or swirl in caramel if desired. -
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). Cool completely before slicing.
Tips & Twists
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Extra gooey? Underbake by 2 minutes.
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Fancy toppings: Flaky sea salt, caramel drizzle, or peanut butter swirls.
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No espresso powder? Use instant coffee instead, or skip it (but it’s worth it!).
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Want it gluten-free? Sub the flour with almond flour – texture will be slightly different but still yummy.
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