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Cosmic Brownies Recipe

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Delight in these rich and fudgy Cosmic Brownies topped with a luscious chocolate ganache and colorful sprinkles. Perfectly moist and indulgent, these brownies are ideal for celebrations or a sweet treat any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (414g) sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (114g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Chocolate Ganache

  • 6 ounces (169g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 1 cup)
  • 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Topping

  • Sprinkles, for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper that extends above the sides for easy removal of the brownies. Set aside.
  2. Mix butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and sugar. Whisk together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the room temperature eggs and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture. Whisk again until fully blended.
  4. Add dry ingredients: Stir in the natural unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt using a rubber or wooden spatula. Mix until the batter is uniform and thick.
  5. Bake the brownies: Spread the thick batter evenly into your prepared baking pan. Bake for 18-23 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  6. Prepare the ganache: Once the brownies are baked, allow them to cool to room temperature or just slightly warm. Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a medium bowl. Heat the heavy whipping cream until it barely boils, then pour it over the chocolate. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir gently until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  7. Apply ganache and decorate: Pour the prepared ganache evenly over the cooled brownies, spreading it gently to form a thin glaze. Immediately sprinkle your colorful sprinkles over the ganache.
  8. Chill and cut: Refrigerate the brownies until the ganache firms up, which makes cutting easier. Once set, cut into squares or rectangles.
  9. Store properly: Due to the ganache topping, store the brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
  10. Serve and enjoy: These brownies are delicious served chilled for a fudgier texture or at room temperature. Consume within 4-5 days for best taste.

Notes

  • Using parchment paper that extends above the sides of the pan makes it easier to lift out the baked brownies and cut them neatly.
  • Check baking time carefully; overbaking can dry out the brownies. The toothpick test should show moist crumbs, not wet batter.
  • Heating the cream just until boiling is key to achieving a smooth ganache.
  • Refrigerating the brownies before cutting helps the ganache firm up for cleaner slices.
  • Store in the fridge due to the perishable ganache topping, and consume within a few days for best flavor and texture.

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