Better Than Classic Brownies Recipe

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 170°C.

Step 2: Prepare Chocolate Mixture

Brown the butter in a pan, then melt the chocolate separately. Stir them together and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 3: Whisk Eggs and Sugar

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and caster sugar until pale and fluffy.

Step 4: Combine Mixtures

Add the chocolate and butter mixture to the eggs and sugar, whisk to combine.

Step 5: Add Dry Ingredients

Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then fold until just incorporated.

Step 6: Bake Brownie Base

Pour the batter into a lined square tin and spread evenly. Bake for 22 minutes. Let it cool completely in the tin.

Step 7: Prepare Coffee

Brew about 150ml of strong coffee and allow it to cool.

Step 8: Layer Ladyfingers

Briefly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee, then arrange them tightly in a single layer over the cooled brownie base.

Step 9: Make Mascarpone Cream

In a bowl, whip the double cream to soft peaks. Add the sugar and mascarpone, then beat until the mixture is thick and smooth.

Step 10: Add Cream Topping

Spread the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfinger layer.

Step 11: Chill

Cover the tin with foil or cling film and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).

Step 12: Serve

Just before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder. Enjoy!