The yummy combination of chocolate and coconut is the real star in these deep chocolate brownies topped with a chewy coconut layer.
INGREDIENTS
Brownie layer
¾ cup unsalted butter, plus more for the pan
6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
3 large eggs
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon instant espresso granules
¾ cup flour
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Coconut Layer
3 large egg whites
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
INSTRUCTIONS
Line a 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on all sides. Lightly grease the parchment with butter. Set a small metal bowl over a small saucepan of simmering water and add the chopped dark chocolate and butter to bowl. Melt together, whisking occasionally, until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa, vanilla, salt, and espresso granules until smooth. Slowly, in three batches, add in the warm chocolate mixture whisking each time until smooth. Add the flour and fold in until just combined. Then add the chocolate chips mixing until just combined. Spread the batter in the prepared pan to an even layer. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Using a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on medium speed until frothy, about 1 minute. With mixer running on medium speed, slowly add granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt. Increasing speed to high, and beat until stiff peaks form.
Add the coconut and combine on low speed until just mixed in. Carefully spread coconut mixture evenly over the cold brownie batter. Smooth the top.
Bake in preheated oven until brownies are just set and top is golden brown, about 45-50 minutes. Remove and let cool completely on a wire rack. Remove from pan and parchment, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold. When ready to serve, set out for 15-20 minutes then cut into 16 brownies. Serve at room temperature.
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