A dreamy fusion of rich chocolate brownies and creamy tiramisu, layered with espresso-soaked flavor and topped with mascarpone cream — perfect for coffee and dessert lovers alike.
Brownie Layer:
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp instant espresso powder
¼ tsp salt
Tiramisu Topping:
8 oz mascarpone cheese
1 egg yolk or 1 tbsp heavy cream
⅓ cup powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
Cocoa powder, for dusting
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Whisk melted butter and both sugars until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla and mix until glossy.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa, espresso powder, and salt. Fold into the wet mixture.
Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake 20–25 minutes, until set and fudgy.
While cooling, blend mascarpone, yolk or cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Lightly brush brownies with coffee. Spread mascarpone mixture over the top.
Dust with cocoa powder. Chill for 1–2 hours before slicing and serving.