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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 1/2 sticks butter (3/4 cup)
- 2 c. sugar
- 1 c. flour
- slightly adapted from Tune Up Cafeâs Espresso Chocolate Brownies
- 1 c. of 60% cacoa Ghirardelli Chocolate chips (or other premium chocolate)
- 4 T. butter
- 1 pkg. Starbucks Via instant coffee
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. cold heavy cream
- 1 oz. Baileyâs
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