OOoohhhhHHHhh! Spicy! Chocolate! Cinnamon! This combo is definitely gonna get you HOT! These Mexican chocolate Brownies are so delish, with a hint of spicy heat and cinnamon! They are perfect for Cinco de Mayo!
I have no will-power. Chocolate 'things' tempt me. So, when chocolate is involved, I'm not going to say nooooo! Chocoholics can't say no! Or at least I can't! That's why I can't quit these sinfully, rich, spiced brownies in front of my face.
These brownies are laced with just the right balance of cinnamon and a secret ingredient, Chili Powder!
I know chili powder and chocolate sound like a weird combination, but then, add in some cinnamon, and o boy...this killer combination just puts these babies over the top! They really are quite delightful and I was pleasantly surprised! I want to keep eating them, even when I'm not eating them, because I obsess about chocolatey 'things'.
These brownies do not require frosting, they are just as moist and flavorful without. It's just your own personal preference. Making these again on Cinco de Mayo coming up, no frosting and maybe with some mini chocolate chips! Definitely sprinkles! We're celebratin'! (Pssstt...You might want to do the same, you know, make this recipe!)
These brownies will rock, whether it's Cinco de Mayo or just for a different chocolate brownie flavor! Enjoy and here's the recipe!
More Cinco De Mayo Treats!
Luscious Coconut Lime Margarita Pound Cake
Nutella Stuffed Churro Donut Poppers
Strawberry Lime Margarita Jello Shots
Mexican Spiced Brownies
Ingredients
Mexican Spiced Brownies
- 2 sticks unsalted butter plus extra for greasing pan
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground Mexican cinnamon or cinnamon
- ¼ to ⅓ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Milk Chocolate Buttermilk Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 ounces milk chocolate melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 to 3 tablespoons buttermilk
- Optional: Chili Powder & Cinnamon to sprinkle on top
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides. Press the paper into the corners of the pan and lightly grease the paper with butter.
- In a microwavable bowl, melt the 2 sticks of butter in microwave and let cool slightly.
- Add the sugar, eggs and vanilla to the butter and mix until well blended with a whisk or spoon.
- Add the flour, cocoa cinnamon, chili powder, baking powder and salt and whisk or stir until smooth.
- Pour and spread the batter in the baking pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out fudgy, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Cool brownies in pan on a wire rack, then use the parchment paper to lift out the brownies. Cut and serve.
If you want to frost
- Using an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until fluffy.
- Add the melted chocolate and vanilla and continue beating until well combined.
- Add confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons buttermilk and continue beating until smoth and fluffy, approximately 5 minutes. Add more buttermilk if necessary.
This 5 star recipe is adapted from Aaron Sanchez's Mexican Brownies.
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Kim Lange says
Great to hear! Thank you so much and Happy Cinco de Mayo!
msmayf says
I just made a batch for Cinco de Mayo and have to say the flavor combos in these are amazing! You taste that hint of chili powder and cinnamon and immediately anticipate the heat, but then the creamy butter in the frosting calms it down and leaves you with a ton of flavor and just a touch of heat. Delicioso!
ChocolaTess says
Can we ever have enough chocolate? I think not!! Kelly I saw your spicy chocolate cookies, those were to die for too!! 🙂
Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says
Yum!! Spicy brownies frosted in even more chocolate?! Yes! My perfect kind of dessert! Xoxo 🙂
ChocolaTess says
Thank you Lorelai! I am always happy to drop by and share and take in all the creative ideas! Thanks so much for stopping by.
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
Oooh, this sounds yummy! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty - we hope to see you again next week. 🙂
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
ChocolaTess says
Thank you Amanda!
ChocolaTess says
Thanks Teresa, you will enjoy it! 🙂
Amanda @ The Chunky Chef says
Ohhhh man, I'm drooling here!! Those look fantastic 😀
Teresa says
Yes, yes, yes! These look so marvelous, Kim. I've been wanting a good chocolate cake or brownie recipe with chili powder to give it some kick. I think I've found it with this one! Yum.