If you’re craving a dessert that’s both rich and a little bit fun, these Kahlua brownies with buttercream frosting are just the ticket. Packed with deep chocolate flavor and a hint of coffee liqueur, they’re moist, indulgent, and finished with a silky, boozy frosting and chocolate glaze that takes them over the top. Whether you’re baking for a party or just satisfying a sweet tooth, this recipe walks you through every step so you can serve up a dessert that’s as impressive as it is delicious.
Ingredients For Crust:
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
- 5-1/3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
Ingredients For Filling:
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
- 1/4 cup solid vegetable shortening
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Kahlua
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Ingredients For Buttercream Frosting:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Kahlua
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
Ingredients For Glaze:
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
- 2 teaspoons solid vegetable shortening
To Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan. Cream sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Slowly add flour and continue to mix until blended. Add pecans. When completely combined, press crust into bottom of prepared pan. Set aside.To Prepare (Buttercream Frosting):
Cream butter, sugar, Kahlua, and cream in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Spread over cooled filling mixture and refrigerate 30 minutes. More Kahlua may be added to make spreading easier. For a less sweet brownie, use half of Buttercream Frosting.To Prepare (Glaze):
Melt chocolates and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly. Cool and spread over Buttercream Frosting. Yields 3 dozen brownies.
Once your brownies are baked, frosted, and glazed, let them chill so the flavors settle and the frosting sets just right. Slice them up and share with friends or savor them all yourself — either way, you’ve made a dessert that’s rich, boozy, and unforgettable. Keep this recipe handy for your next celebration or cozy baking day!
