Description
Rich, fudgy brownies get a sophisticated upgrade with amaretto-infused batter and frosting. Perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving!
Ingredients
Units
- 1 cups (237 ml) unsalted butter
- 4 oz (113 g) unsweetened baking chocolate
- 2 cups (473 ml) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp Amaretto (can sub almond extract)
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp espresso powder (optional, for enhanced chocolate flavor)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- 2/3 cups (157 ml) cocoa
- 3 cups (709 ml) confectioners sugar, sifted
- 1/3 cups (80 ml) milk
- 1 1/2 tsp almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Line a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Mix in the sugar, stirring to combine. Remove from heat and allow to cool until lukewarm.
- Mix in the lightly beaten eggs and Amaretto, stirring to combine. Stir in the flour, espresso powder, and salt, mixing gently until thoroughly combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before icing.
To make the icing
- Combine the melted butter and cocoa, stirring until smooth. Mix in the confectioners’ sugar alternately with the milk, beating on medium speed. Mix in the almond extract.
- Spread the icing on the cooled brownies.
- Cover and refrigerate brownies for at least 1 hour before serving so that the frosting can set.
- Cut brownies into squares and serve.
Notes
- For a more intense amaretto flavor, use 3 tablespoons instead of 2, or add 1 teaspoon of almond extract along with the liqueur.
- To make these brownies gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend (ensure it’s a 1:1 ratio).
- Store frosted brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; the frosting will keep the brownies moist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 50