Ingredients

  • 16 chocolate graham crackers
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup dates, pitted, chopped
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • chocolate frosting (optional)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Lightly oil an 8-inch by 11-inch by 1/2-inch baking dish.
  • In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers into crumbs (16 graham crackers will make about 2 cups crumbs). Transfer to a bowl then add the cocoa and salt. Mix well and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugars. Beat with an electric mixer at high speed until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the instant coffee and vanilla.
  • Gently fold in dates and chocolate chips. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake brownies for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a knife or toothpick inserted in the center of the brownies comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting. Frost if desired.