These Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownie Tortes are the perfect combination of rich, fudgy brownies with a spicy twist. The warm flavors of cinnamon and cayenne pepper pair perfectly with the chocolate, creating a unique and delicious dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the chocolate mixture, one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
- Fold in the flour and salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the torte cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Mexican hot chocolate is traditionally made with cinnamon and often has a hint of spice from cayenne pepper.
The combination of sweet and spicy flavors in Mexican hot chocolate is a delicious and unique taste experience.