Texas Brownies are a quintessential treat that perfectly blends the rich flavors of chocolate, butter, and a hint of coffee for a decadent dessert experience. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total time of 35 minutes, these delightful squares of goodness are ready to satisfy your sweet cravings in under an hour. 🍫🤤
Ingredients:
| For the Brownies: | |
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| 2 cups all-purpose flour | 1/2 cup butter |
| 2 cups granulated sugar | 1/2 cup margarine |
| 1/2 cup shortening | 1/4 cup water |
| 1 cup brewed coffee | 1/2 cup buttermilk |
| 2 eggs | 1 tsp vanilla |
| 1/2 tsp baking soda |
| For the Frosting: | |
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| 1/2 cup butter | 1/4 cup cocoa |
| 1/4 cup milk | 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar |
| 1 tsp vanilla |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 17 1/2 by 11 inch jelly roll pan generously with butter to ensure the brownies don’t stick.
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Prepare the Brownie Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar until well mixed.
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In a heavy saucepan, combine the butter, margarine, shortening, brewed coffee (or water), and cocoa. Stir and heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a boil.
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Pour the boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in the mixing bowl.
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Add the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla to the bowl.
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Mix everything well, either using a wooden spoon or on high speed with an electric mixer until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the brownies are set in the center and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean.
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While the Brownies Bake, Prepare the Frosting: In a saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa, and milk. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
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Pour the warm frosting over the brownies as soon as they come out of the oven, spreading it out evenly to cover the entire surface.
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Allow the frosted brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 48 delicious squares.
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Serve and enjoy these heavenly Texas Brownies with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat! 🥛🍨
These brownies boast a perfect balance of moist, fudgy texture with a rich chocolate flavor, elevated by the addition of brewed coffee in both the batter and frosting, which adds a depth of flavor without overwhelming sweetness. The frosting, with its creamy texture and cocoa richness, provides the ideal finishing touch to these delightful squares. So, whether you’re craving a quick chocolate fix or planning a gathering with friends and family, these Texas Brownies are sure to be a hit! 🌟
