Gourmet Cosmic Brownies Recipe
These Gourmet Cosmic Brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a smooth chocolate ganache sprinkled with colorful rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips. The Dutch-process cocoa powder and a touch of cornstarch give the brownies a perfect fudgy texture. Finished with a creamy ganache and a fun cosmic candy sprinkle, they are a decadent treat perfect for chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Ganache Ingredients
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate (chopped)
- Pinch of salt
- 2–3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips (Wilton rainbow chips or similar)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Melt butter and mix sugars: In a medium saucepan on the stove, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: Transfer the cocoa mixture to a large bowl. Whisk in the vanilla extract. Then, add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until the batter is thick and shiny.
- Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch until just combined, careful not to overmix, to preserve a fudgy texture.
- Bake the brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle. Remove from oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Remove brownies and prepare surface: Once cooled, flip the brownies out of the pan and peel off the parchment paper. This creates a flat, clean surface for the ganache layer.
- Make the ganache: Heat the heavy cream in the microwave for about 30 seconds until hot but not boiling. Pour the cream over the chopped semisweet chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute to melt. Add a pinch of salt and stir until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- Spread ganache: Pour and spread the ganache evenly over the cooled brownie surface.
- Add rainbow chips and chill: While the ganache is still soft, sprinkle the rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips evenly on top. Then chill the brownies in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to set the ganache completely.
- Slice and serve: For clean edges, wipe your knife between cuts when slicing the brownies. Serve and enjoy your cosmic treat!
Notes
- Using Dutch-process cocoa powder provides a richer chocolate flavor and darker color.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before spreading ganache to avoid melting or sliding.
- Be careful not to overbake to keep the fudgy texture—edges should be set but center slightly jiggly.
- Rainbow chips can be replaced with any colorful candy-coated chocolates of choice.
- Store brownies covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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