Mexican Coffee Brownies

Get ready to elevate your dessert game with these rich and indulgent Mexican Coffee Brownies—an irresistible fusion of bold flavors and decadent textures. These fudgy treats combine velvety dark chocolate and a hint of instant coffee for a deep mocha flavor, with a whisper of cinnamon and cayenne pepper adding a subtle, warming kick. Perfectly balancing sweet and spicy, they’re baked to perfection and deliver a moist, chewy bite every time. Ideal for coffee lovers and anyone craving a unique twist on classic brownies, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and makes a crowd-pleasing batch of 16 squares. Finish them off with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance and serve as a delightful dessert or indulgent snack. If you're searching for a dessert recipe that's full of bold flavors and textures, these Mexican Coffee Brownies are your answer!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 teaspoons instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk in the granulated sugar until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, ground cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake for fudgy brownies).

Step 9

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Step 10

Dust with powdered sugar for garnish if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1064.9 grams (1064.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4044

Total Fat 196.70g	252%
Saturated Fat 107.20g	536%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 992mg	331%
Sodium 893mg	39%
Total Carbohydrate 577.50g	210%
Dietary Fiber 42.20g	151%
Total Sugars 414.30g
Protein 66.70g	133%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 423mg	33%
Iron 35mg	194%
Potassium 2967mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 53.1%