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Mexican Brownies

Mexican Brownies spiced with a touch of cayenne and cinnamon. Fudgy and chocolaty, all it takes are a few ingredients and less than 1 hour.

Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
40 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 16 brownies
Calories: 208 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray or oil, for greasing pan
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • Flaky sea salt, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray the inside of an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick spray or oil. Line the pan with parchment paper, and then spray the parchment with nonstick spray or oil as well.
  2. Add flour, cocoa powder, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper to a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add butter and chocolate chips. Stir continuously until the mixture has completely melted.
  4. Remove from heat. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  5. Add the eggs and egg yolk. Stir until well combined.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture. Fold together with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Try not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter in the prepared baking pan and bake for 32-36 minutes, until the center is firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
  8. Garnish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt (optional), then let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Transfer them to a cutting board and slice them into squares before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe makes 16 small brownies or 9 regular-sized brownies.
  • This recipe makes 16 small brownies or 9 regular-sized brownies.
  • While these brownies aren’t spicy by any means, you can definitely taste the hint of cayenne pepper. If you’re not a fan of pepper and chocolate together feel free to omit the cayenne completely, or reduce it to only 1/8 teaspoon.
  • This recipe makes 16 small brownies or 9 regular-sized brownies.
  • While these brownies aren’t spicy by any means, you can definitely taste the hint of cayenne pepper. If you’re not a fan of pepper and chocolate together feel free to omit the cayenne completely, or reduce it to only 1/8 teaspoon.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1brownie Calories 208kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 48mg (16%) Sodium 84mg (4%) Potassium 107mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 20g (40%) Vitamin A 241IU (5%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16brownies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 208

% Daily Value*

Serving 1brownie
Calories 208kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Sodium 84mg 4%
Potassium 107mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 20g 40%
Vitamin A 241IU 5%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.