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Easiest Cocoa Brownies

Stacey
Quick and easy espresso cocoa brownies
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 12 squares

Ingredients
  

  • 141 g butter room temperature
  • 280 g sugar
  • 82 g cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs cold
  • 66 g flour all-purpose
  • 2 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder optional

Instructions
 

  • Using a double boiler, melt the butter, sugar, salt, and espresso powder.
  • Remove from heat, add the eggs and vanilla, and stir to combine. The mixture should look shiny and smooth.
  • Add the flour and stir until combined.
  • Pour into a prepared 8x8 pan, smoothing the top. Bake at 350℉ for 25 minutes.
  • Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting.

Notes

Use a ruler to make even squares. 2"x2" will make an even dozen of perfect 2-bite squares.