Rich Tiramisu Brownies for Coffee and Chocolate Lovers
Fudgy, espresso-infused Tiramisu Brownies with a rich chocolate base and a whipped mascarpone topping. Finished with a dusting of cocoa for a decadent, coffeehouse-style treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp espresso powder or 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
8 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature
½ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup heavy cream, cold
1 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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Melt butter and chocolate together. Cool slightly.
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Whisk in sugar, then eggs one at a time. Add vanilla and espresso.
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Stir in flour and salt. Mix just until combined.
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Pour into pan and bake for 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
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Beat mascarpone with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
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In another bowl, whip cream to soft peaks.
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Fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture. Add liqueur if using.
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Spread topping over cooled brownies. Dust with cocoa powder.
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Chill 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for best results. Chill thoroughly before cutting clean squares.