DESSERT RECIPE- Easy Valentines Day Mascarpone Brownie Cups

mascarpone cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Cacao nibs provide a rich flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Melt butter and whisk with brown sugar and white sugar until combined.

Add mascarpone cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture.

Add coffee to the mixture.

Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then mix into the brownie batter.

Pour the brownie batter into a 13 by 9 inch baking pan.

Bake in a 350°F oven for 25 minutes.

Let the brownies cool for about an hour in the refrigerator.

Cut the brownies in half horizontally and place half into a cup.

Fill with coffee mascarpone mixture and top with the other half of the brownie.

Add more filling on top and finish with chocolate coffee brittle.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens