Ingredients
1 package brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 cups heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons instant coffee granules1/2 cup packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons maple flavoring1 teaspoon vanilla extractChocolate curls or additional walnuts, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. 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 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2 in. from the edge comes out clean. Cool 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.
