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Almond Joy Brownies

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 16
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. salted butter
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. coconut extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. cocoa
  • 3/4 c. almonds roughly chopped
  • 3/4 c. chocolate chunks
  • 1/4 c. shredded coconut
  • Frosting:
  • 1/2 stick salted butter
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. cocoa
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. milk
  • 1 1/2 c. powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Cream butter thoroughly; add in butter and mix well.
  • Blend in coconut extract and eggs.
  • Add flour and cocoa and mix well.
  • Stir in 1/2 c. almonds and 1/2 c. chocolate chunks.
  • Spread into greased 8x8 inch square pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Prepare frosting by combining butter, cocoa, and milk in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in powdered sugar and mix thoroughly.
  • Pour over hot brownies; top with additional 1/4 c. almonds, 1/4 c. chocolate chunks, and 1/4 c. shredded coconut.
  • Cool at room temperature or in refrigerator.