Coffee Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Name: Coffee Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons instant coffee powder; 185 g soft butter; 150 g brown sugar; 3 eggs; 140 g flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 pinch salt; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla powder; 200 g pecan nuts (chopped); 400 g cream cheese; 4 tablespoons white sugar; butter, for the form; cocoa or chocolate sprinkles or chocolate, shaving to dust the icing

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons instant coffee powder
185 g soft butter
150 g brown sugar
3 eggs
140 g flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla powder
200 g pecan nuts (chopped)
400 g cream cheese
4 tablespoons white sugar
butter, for the form
cocoa or chocolate sprinkles or chocolate, shaving to dust the icing

1
Preheat oven to 200C (400F).
2
Butter your form (20x30cm).
3
Stir instant coffee powder in a cup of hot water.
4
Cream butter and brown sugar together.
5
After this, stir in eggs and coffee.
6
In another bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, pecans, salt, vanilla and cinnamon.
7
Combine both moist and dry mix.
8
Stir together.
9
Put batter into greased form and spread so it is even throughout.
10
Place in oven for approx.
11
20 minutes to bake.
12
After baking, allow brownie to cool.
13
With an electic mixer, mix cream cheese and white sugar together until smooth.
14
Spread on cooled brownie.
15
Dust with cocoa or sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
16
Keep refrigerated when not served.

1477

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons instant coffee powder, 185 g soft butter, 150 g brown sugar, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Coffee Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Coffee Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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