Description
A delightful hybrid of brownies and classic tiramisu, featuring fudgy chocolate, creamy mascarpone, and a hint of espresso, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a large mixing bowl. Allow it to cool slightly before adding the sugar, whisking until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Dust in the dry ingredients—flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt—and fold gently until just combined. Pour in the espresso (and coffee liqueur if using) and fold until the batter is smooth.
- Mix the mascarpone cheese with a little sugar and espresso separately.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Dollop spoonfuls of the mascarpone mixture over the brownie batter and swirl it to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool and slice into squares before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg