Spiced Hot Chocolate Brownies
Fudgy brownies layered with rich chocolate frosting and a bold kick of warming spices like cinnamon and cayenne, these spiced hot chocolate brownies bring a cozy twist to a classic dessert.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter (softened, for frosting)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (plus more for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter with granulated and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mix until smooth.
- Stir in flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt until just combined.
- Spread batter into prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Mix in chili powder.
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled brownies and dust with more chili powder if desired.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges.
- Adjust spice level to taste — start mild and add gradually.
- Let brownies cool completely before frosting.
- Store in the fridge for a firmer texture or at room temp for softness.
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