Fudgiest Espresso Cashew Brownies

Decadent, fudgy brownies with a kick of espresso and a handful of crunchy sweet cashews. Extra whisking will give you a crustier top.

Notes: Whisking the mixture well helps to dissolve the sugar and contributes to a crackly crust. The sugar should end up mostly dissolving, and the mixture should appear smooth and glossy. For fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking.

Ingredients:

7 tablespoons (3 1/2 ounces) unsalted butter

8 ounces 70% bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped

1 teaspoon instant espresso powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup (5 1/4 ounces) granulated sugar

1/4 cup (1 3/4 ounces) packed light brown sugar

2 large eggs

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/2 cup (2 1/2 ounces) all purpose flour

1/2 cup roasted cashews, chopped