West Coast Brownies
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of West Coast Brownies, a gourmet twist on your classic chocolate treat that’s sure to impress. These fudgy, irresistible brownies are elevated with the addition of espresso powder for a bold depth of flavor, perfectly complemented by toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. Made with real butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a blend of granulated and brown sugars, these brownies strike the ideal balance between chewy and gooey. The hint of cocoa powder amplifies the chocolatey goodness, while a simple yet precise method ensures success, even for novice bakers. Ready in under an hour, these brownies are ideal for special occasions or satisfying weeknight cravings. Serve them slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or enjoy them as-is for a sophisticated West Coast vibe in every bite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups toasted walnuts, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and creamy.
Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in half of the toasted walnuts, reserving the other half for topping.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved toasted walnuts over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for fudgier brownies.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.8 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.6 g | 563% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1664 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 662.8 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 489.0 g | ||
| Protein | 76.1 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 1790 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
