WEST COAST BROWNIES

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I think I picked this recipe up from one of Maida Heatter's books. Wherever it came from, these are lovely, sophisticated brownies that have a kiss of espresso flavor, making them a perfect adult treat and a sure thing for garnering compliments.

Provided by DeSouter

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2 extra large eggs
2 tablespoons Kahlua or 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
1/4 cup espresso powder
1 cup sweet butter
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup mini chocolate chip
2/3 cup chopped walnuts (or any nuts you like) or 2/3 cup pecans (or any nuts you like)

Steps:

  • Line a 9 x 13" baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with Pam.
  • Cream butter, sugars, beating well.
  • Add eggs, Kahlua, vanilla and espresso powder.
  • Add chocolate, then dry ingredients, nuts and chocolate chips.
  • Turn mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake at 375 degrees farenheit for 25 minutes. The brownies will feel very soft when done. DO NOT OVERBAKE.
  • Let brownies cool in pan for 15 minutes then move to cool on a wire rack.
  • Wrap each brownie in wax paper, cellophane or fancy foil squares found in the candy making section.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.3, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 81.6, Sodium 129.7, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 35, Protein 5.3

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