Rich, fudgy brownies meet silky coffee mousse in a dessert that laughs in the face of moderation. These bite-sized cups deliver deep chocolate flavor with an espresso kick. The crisp edges contrast the airy mousse, creating a dangerously good combination. They’re easy enough for a weekday indulgence but fancy enough to impress guests. Make a batch, pretend you’ll share, and then conveniently forget. The hardest part? Waiting for them to set before devouring. If you’re a coffee and chocolate addict, welcome to your new obsession. Proceed with caution—these things disappear fast.
Coffee Mousse Brownie Cups
Deep chocolate brownie cups filled with creamy coffee mousse and topped with a chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Cups
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
For the Coffee Mousse
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping
- ½ cup dark chocolate melted
Instructions
Make the Brownie Cups
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until fully combined.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Scoop batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup halfway.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges set.
- Use a spoon to press a well into each brownie while warm.
- Let the brownie cups cool completely before filling.
Prepare the Coffee Mousse
- Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and espresso powder to soft peaks.
- Stir in vanilla extract and chill for 15 minutes.
Assemble the Brownie Cups
- Pipe the mousse into the cooled brownie cups.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
- Let set for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Vitamin A: 7%
- Phosphorus: 6%
