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Eggnog Mocha Brownies Recipe

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Decadent Eggnog Mocha Brownies combine rich, browned butter and chocolate with bold espresso, layered under a creamy, spiced eggnog topping swirled with bourbon and nutmeg for a festive twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 2 cups butter (plus more for the pan)
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 2 double shot espressos
  • 6 eggs
  • 2.5 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Eggnog Topping

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 egg
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon bourbon
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Prepare pan and oven: Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter and line it with parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake brown butter: Place butter in a pan over high heat. Allow it to melt and cook until it turns brown and fragrant, then remove from heat.
  3. Melt chocolate and add espresso: Pour the browned butter over chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Add the double shot espressos and mix well. Let this mixture sit, stirring occasionally to help the chocolate melt completely.
  4. Mix dry and wet ingredients: In one bowl, combine eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract. In another, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  5. Beat eggs and sugar: Using a hand mixer, beat the eggs and sugar mixture until light and fluffy. Gradually add the cooled chocolate-butter mixture and continue beating for about 3 minutes.
  6. Combine mixtures: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture carefully until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour brownie batter: Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
  8. Prepare eggnog topping: Add cream cheese, eggnog, sugar, flour, egg, salt, bourbon, and freshly grated nutmeg to a food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides, then process for an additional 15 seconds to ensure even mixing.
  9. Marble topping and batter: Pour the eggnog topping over the brownie batter. Use a knife or spatula to swirl and marble the topping into the brownie mix for a beautiful pattern.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes. The brownies should be set around the edges but still slightly undercooked in the center for optimal fudgy texture.

Notes

  • Brown butter adds a nutty depth of flavor to the brownies—do not skip or substitute with melted butter.
  • Use fresh espresso shots for the best mocha taste; instant coffee does not provide the same richness.
  • Allow the eggnog topping to marble nicely but avoid fully mixing to preserve distinct layers.
  • Brownies continue to cook slightly after removal from oven, so do not overbake for a fudgy center.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, omit bourbon or substitute with vanilla extract.

Keywords: Eggnog Brownies, Mocha Brownies, Holiday Brownies, Festive Dessert, Brown Butter Brownies, Espresso Brownies, Cream Cheese Topping, Bourbon Brownies

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