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Speculoos Brownie Cake

September 28, 2017 42 Comments

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This decadently delicious Speculoos Brownie Cake will have you swooning! Rich and chocolatey with a speculoos frosting that’s irresistible!

Speculoos Brownie Cake on a silver platter with a silver cake knife.

Have I got a treat for you folks today!

I am beyond excited to share today’s recipe guys! This Speculoos Brownie Cake is from my friend, Naomi Robinson’s new cookbook, Baker’s Royale! It’s an absolute MUST for your cookbook collection!

Slice of Speculoos Brownie Cake on a white lace edged plate with a silver fork.

I came across Naomi’s blog, Baker’s Royale a few years back and was WOWED with not only each and every recipe, but also by Naomi’s absolutely incredible photography. Seriously, I just want to reach through my screen and grab whatever she happens to be serving up! Naomi is the full package…as sweet as her recipes and immensely talented as a food blogger!

Speculoos Brownie Cake on a silver tray.

While her sweet recipes are to die for, she’s also got an amazing list of savory dishes for easy weekday dinners, and a Game Day Eats Series that always has me drooling and ready for game day! You so need to pop on over to her blog when you get a chance. I guarantee you’ll fall in love!

Baker's Royale cookbook with a cake on a pedestal tray featured on cover on a silver tray.

Narrowing down which recipe I’d share today was incredibly tough, but I finally decided on Naomi’s Speculoos Brownie Cake. Because really, who can resist a brownie #1, and #2 anything with cookie butter and count me in!

Speculoos Brownie Cake on a silver platter with a silver cake knife.

The brownie cake is dark and chocolatey with a hint of espresso flavor, and the speculoos frosting is totally heavenly. It’s smooth and creamy, and I’m pretty sure once you taste it you’ll want to slather it on just about anything. The frosting is topped with a generous sprinkling of chocolate shavings making this yummy cake tough to resist! Bet you can’t eat just one piece! Enjoy!

Speculoos Brownie Cake on a silver platter with a silver cake knife..

 

Speculoos Brownie Cake on a silver platter with a silver cake knife.
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Speculoos Brownie Cake
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Author: From Naomi Robinson's cookbook Baker's Royale
Ingredients
  • For the Brownie Cake:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 1/2 oz. bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups lightly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. instant espresso powder
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • For the Speculoos Frosting:
  • 3/4 cup speculoos cookie butter
  • 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 2/3 cup confectioner's sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. heavy whipping cream
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
  1. Brownie Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from the heat and add the chopped bittersweet chocolate. Let stand for 30 seconds, then whisk together until smooth. Add the brown sugar, vanilla and espresso powder and whisk until smooth. Whisk in eggs one at a time. Using a rubber spatula, fold in flour, baking powder and salt until the flour is no longer visible.
  3. Spread mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cake has puffed slightly and is just barely cracked. Transfer to a wire rack to cool before removing from pan.
  4. Speculoos Frosting: In a large bowl using a hand mixer at medium speed, mix together butter and speculoos until light and fluffy. Add the confectioner's sugar, salt and heavy cream. Beat for an additional minute.
  5. Spread frosting on cooled cake. Garnish with chocolate shavings. Cut into wedges and enjoy!
Speculoos Brownie Cake

 

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Comments

  1. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    September 28, 2017 at 7:56 am

    I guarantee that I will eat more than one piece! How could I not? I can imagine how ridiculously rich and chocolatey this one is and would be perfect with coffee. I love sweet stuff with coffee….though I don’t have sugar in my coffee -weird, right? Pinned! I’ll definitely have to check this book out – sounds awesome! Have a wonderful weekend, my friend! XO

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 8:46 am

      Tom and I were going crazy for this cake Dawn! I had to share a few pieces with neighbors, or honestly we would have polished the entire thing off by ourselves! NO control around this cake!! Naomi’s book is a MUST buy! It’s packed with to die for desserts! Happy weekend love!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    September 28, 2017 at 8:08 am

    What a fabulous new cookbook and I love your choice! You made a great choice as this brownie cake looks like chocolate perfection :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 8:47 am

      Oh, it’s amazing Jennifer! That rich brownie cake topped with that insanely delicious frosting makes for a dessert to remember! Tom’s already asking when I’ll be making it again!

      Reply
  3. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    September 28, 2017 at 8:23 am

    I couldn’t agree more – Naomi is extremely talented and kind! I definitely need to get my hands on her cookbook!! Love this Speculoos Brownie Cake!! But really, what’s not to love, right?! Pinned! Cheers, friend!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 8:48 am

      I know you can’t have this one Chey, but Boy will absolutely LOVE it! Since you can have the frosting, I’d recommend putting that on just about anything!! It’s soooo good! Happy weekend! XO

      Reply
  4. 2pots2cook says

    September 28, 2017 at 9:04 am

    I happened to get one jar of speculoos cookie butter a week ago and this is just ideal way to spend it. Thank you for perfect timing and I wish you have a pleasant day !

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 9:11 am

      You’re going to LOVE this cake! Invite friends over when you make it or you may eat the whole cake yourself! It’s that good!

      Reply
  5. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    September 28, 2017 at 9:18 am

    Oh my – this is a true beauty! Just like the author and her book! Thanks for sharing, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 9:20 am

      I agree Annie. Naomi is such an inspiration, isn’t she? Her blog is gorgeous and her recipe are mouthwatering! This one was a HUGE hit at our house! And with some neighbors!

      Reply
  6. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    September 28, 2017 at 9:47 am

    She is so talented – I love her photography. This cake looks to die for!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 9:54 am

      I’m with ya on that Karen! You’d love this cake! So easy and absolutely decadent!

      Reply
  7. Leigh Ann says

    September 28, 2017 at 10:33 am

    Such a fan of Naomi and her beautiful cookbook! That frosting is calling my name!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 11:41 am

      Me too Leigh Ann! This cake is beyond amazing! That frosting is calling mine too…over and over again! YUM!

      Reply
  8. Natasha @ Salt & Lavender says

    September 28, 2017 at 11:36 am

    Gah this looks amazing, Mary Ann! You definitely did Naomi’s recipe justice. I love her book!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 11:41 am

      Isn’t it amazing Natasha! It’s a feast for the eyes and the belly, right?! I can’t wait to bake my way through!

      Reply
  9. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    September 28, 2017 at 11:40 am

    That’s one good looking cake, Mary Ann. I will have to put Naomi’s cookbook on my must buy list – I love a good cookbook! I’ve never heard of speculoos cookie butter? Is that something you can find at the market?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 11:46 am

      Oh, you absolutely must Geraldine! You will not be disappointed! I use Biscoff Cookie Spread by Lotus. It’s amazing. It’s in the peanut butter aisle at my market. Once you try it, you’ll be hooked! And to make it into a frosting was genius od Naomi! Bummed I didn’t think of it first! LOL!

      Reply
  10. Jennifer Farley says

    September 28, 2017 at 2:05 pm

    These are so gorgeous! I can’t wait to check out the book!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 2:56 pm

      You’ll love Naomi’s book Jennifer! I can’t wait to bake my way through it, cover to cover!

      Reply
  11. Lindsay Cotter says

    September 28, 2017 at 4:28 pm

    Naomi is so talented! As are you! This cake… DIVINE! can’t wait for her cookbook

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 28, 2017 at 4:34 pm

      She really is! Her cookbook is amazing Lindsay! You’ll love it Lindsay!

      Reply
  12. Tieghan says

    September 29, 2017 at 12:46 am

    Oh my gosh! THIS! This is just incredible as is Naomi’s cookbook. She is basically the most talented baker there is! :)

    Love this!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 29, 2017 at 8:30 am

      She is Tieghan! Her book is amazing! This is one yummy cake! That speculoos frosting is irresistible!

      Reply
  13. Sabine says

    September 29, 2017 at 9:23 am

    MaryAnn, I always struggle with brownie recipes. They never turn out like they should. With your recipe, I truly believe I can master it this time.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 29, 2017 at 10:06 am

      It’s Naomi’s recipe from her new cookbook, Baker’s Royale Sabine! This cake turned out perfectly! You’d love it!

      Reply
  14. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

    September 29, 2017 at 11:13 am

    You had me at speculoos ;)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 29, 2017 at 1:41 pm

      Woohoo! That frosting is amazing!

      Reply
  15. Bethany says

    September 29, 2017 at 11:38 am

    This looks so pretty and so, so delicious!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 29, 2017 at 1:42 pm

      Give it a go Bethany! You won’t be disappointed!

      Reply
  16. Cindy says

    September 29, 2017 at 12:54 pm

    Oh so putting that on my list. My god woman, i think I want to hang up that picture on my bare walls! it is delectable art, not to mention it is making my mouth water. Sorry for being so spotty with my follow-ship, but I am still unpacking from the move. Geeze. It will get better (at least I keep telling myself that). This post makes me smile!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 29, 2017 at 1:44 pm

      You won’t regret it Cindy!! It’s amazing! So happy this post make you smile! Happy weekend!

      Reply
  17. sue | theviewfromgreatisland says

    September 29, 2017 at 7:24 pm

    this looks so dangerously good Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 1, 2017 at 2:56 pm

      Oh, it’s definitely dangerous Sue! The brownie cake part is moist, rich and chocolatey and that frosting! Oh that frosting!

      Reply
  18. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    October 1, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    Oh my!! Brownies and espresso? Count me IN! All the things about Naomi… her blog, skill, talent! Looking forward to her new book.. that cover (!!). I’ve never had cookie butter.. where would I find it?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 1, 2017 at 2:58 pm

      You definitely want in on this one Traci! Naomi is so incredibly talented, I agree! Her work is such an inspiration. Her new cookbook is beautiful! I buy Biscoff Cookie Spread by Lotus at my local food store. It’s near the peanut butters! Hope you can score some!

      Reply
  19. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    October 1, 2017 at 7:41 pm

    This does look beyond amazing! I will need to check out that cookbook! The cover photo is beautiful!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 1, 2017 at 7:49 pm

      You’d love it Kathy! I know, that cover photo is amazing…like all the other photos in the book too!

      Reply
  20. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    October 1, 2017 at 10:37 pm

    I think I need to get my hands on that cookbook! Is there really anything better than a brownie cake? That chocolate! This will be happening soon :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 2, 2017 at 6:25 am

      Yes you do Katherine! You’d love it for sure! And this cake too!

      Reply
  21. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says

    October 2, 2017 at 1:03 am

    It’s dangerous to bake such an amazing dessert!! I mean, how can I stop myself after one slice..I could polish off that entire cake, just by myself!! Love the idea of using cookie butter frosting for the brownie..I can imagine, how heavenly that tasted!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 2, 2017 at 6:26 am

      It is Deepika! I shared with my husband Tom and some neighbors! Could not have baked this one when I was home alone! It’s that delicious!

      Reply

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