These tiramisu brownies combine rich chocolate with espresso-soaked flavor and a smooth mascarpone topping — all the elegance of tiramisu in an easy-to-make bar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp instant espresso powder
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¼ tsp salt
For the Tiramisu Topping:
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8 oz mascarpone cheese
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1 egg yolk (or 1 tbsp heavy cream)
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⅓ cup powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
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Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment.
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In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with both sugars. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until glossy.
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In a separate bowl, sift flour, cocoa, espresso powder, and salt. Fold into the wet mixture until combined.
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Spread batter into the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes, until set in the center.
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While cooling, make topping: Mix mascarpone, yolk (or cream), powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Brush cooled brownies with espresso, then spread mascarpone layer on top.
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Dust generously with cocoa powder. Chill for 1–2 hours until set.
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Slice and serve chilled or slightly cool.