Cinnamon Cappuccino Brownies

Directions

Brownies:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, or spray generously with Baker’s Joy® Nonstick Baking Spray with Flour; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted shortening, cocoa powder, sugar, molasses and eggs until well blended.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon and salt then add to the shortening mixture and blend well.
4. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
6. Remove from the oven and cool.

Frosting:

1. Stir the instant coffee into the heavy cream to dissolve; set aside.
2. In the bowl of a mixer, add the shortening and start mixing on low speed.
3. Add a little powdered sugar at a time until it is all added.
4. Add the cream and beat on med-high speed until fluffy.
5. If you want the frosting to be a bit thinner, add a tablespoon of cream at a time until desired consistency is reached.