Rich, fudgy brownies layered with espresso and mascarpone cream — a fusion of classic tiramisu and chocolate brownies.
Brownies:
½ cup butter, melted
¾ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
½ cup cocoa powder
½ cup flour
1 tsp espresso powder
¼ tsp salt
Coffee Soak (optional):
¼ cup espresso
1 tbsp coffee liqueur
1 tsp sugar
Mascarpone Cream:
8 oz mascarpone cheese
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 8×8 pan with parchment.
Make brownie batter, pour into pan, and bake for 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
(Optional) Mix espresso soak and brush over cooled brownies.
Whip cream to soft peaks. Beat mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla, then fold in cream.
Spread cream over brownies. Dust with cocoa powder.
Chill 2+ hours. Slice and serve.
Refrigerate up to 4 days. Freeze up to 2 months. Add chocolate chips or ganache drizzle for extra indulgence.