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Maple-Mocha Brownie Torte

 Maple-Mocha Brownie Torte
This impressive-looking dessert is at the top of my list of speedy standbys. It's simple to make because it starts with a boxed brownie mix. Then the nutty brownie layers are dressed up with a fluffy frosting that has a rich creamy texture and irresistible maple taste. —Amy Flory, Cleveland, Georgia
12 ServingsPrep: 30 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling

Ingredients

  • 1 package brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate curls or additional walnuts, optional

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.