Maple-Mocha Brownie Torte

By MarieR

Ingredients

• 1 1 9-in. package brownie mix (13-in. x 9-in. pan size)
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 2 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 2 2 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1-1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring
• 1 1 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chocolate curls or additional walnuts, optionalDirections

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Prepare batter for brownie mix according to package directions for
cake-like brownies. Stir in walnuts. Pour into two greased 9-in.
round baking pans.

Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2
in. from the edge comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before
removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

In a large bowl, beat cream and coffee granules until stiff peaks
form. Gradually beat in the brown sugar, maple flavoring and
vanilla.

Spread 1-1/2 cups over one brownie layer; top with second layer.
Spread remaining cream mixture over top and sides of torte. Garnish
with chocolate curls or walnuts if desired. Store in the
refrigerator. Yield: 12 servings.