Ingredients
- For the Brownies:
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, avocado oil, or vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate bar, chopped
- For the Mascarpone Topping:
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients (for Brownies): In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined. Stir in the vegetable oil and cocoa powder until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
- Add the Dry Ingredients (for Brownies): Gently fold in the flour, instant espresso powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until no streaks of flour remain (be careful not to overmix). Fold in the chopped chocolate until evenly distributed.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Don’t overbake! Allow the brownies to cool completely before adding the mascarpone topping. (Tip: Brownies can be made the day before and assembled the next day.)
- Make the Mascarpone Topping: In a medium bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, instant espresso powder, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. The mixture should be light, fluffy, and spreadable.
- Assemble the Brownies: Once the brownies have cooled, spread the mascarpone topping generously over the top. Dust with cocoa powder for an authentic tiramisu finish.
- Serve: Slice the brownies into squares and serve. You can refrigerate the brownies until ready to serve, allowing the mascarpone topping to set for even better flavor!
Notes
- Brownies can be made a day ahead. Just refrigerate them overnight before adding the mascarpone topping.
- For an authentic tiramisu experience, use high-quality cocoa powder for dusting the top.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
