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Gourmet Cosmic Brownies Recipe

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These Gourmet Cosmic Brownies are a decadent twist on traditional brownies, featuring a rich, fudgy base topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and colorful rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips. Perfect for special occasions or a fun dessert treat, these brownies boast a perfect balance of deep cocoa flavor and creamy chocolate topping, finished with a playful pop of color.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 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

Chocolate Ganache

  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate (chopped)
  • Pinch of salt

Topping

  • 2–3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips (Wilton rainbow chips or similar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and clean edges for the brownies.
  2. Melt Butter and Mix Sugars: In a medium saucepan on the stove, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Transfer the butter and sugar mixture to a large mixing bowl. Whisk in the vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until the batter thickens and becomes shiny.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch using a spatula until just combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
  5. Bake the Brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when shaken. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan.
  6. Prepare Brownie Surface: Once cooled, carefully flip the brownies out of the pan and peel away the parchment paper. This creates a flat surface on the bottom, ideal for applying the ganache and achieving a smooth finish.
  7. Make the Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in the microwave for about 30 seconds until very hot. Pour over the chopped semisweet chocolate and add a pinch of salt; let sit for 1 minute, then stir gently until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
  8. Spread Ganache on Brownies: Evenly spread the prepared ganache over the flat side of the cooled brownies.
  9. Add Rainbow Candy Chips: Immediately sprinkle the rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips over the soft ganache to decorate and add a delightful crunch.
  10. Chill and Serve: Place the brownies in the refrigerator and chill for 1-2 hours to set the ganache fully. Before slicing, wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat edges, and then serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better batter integration and texture.
  • Do not overbake; the center should still have a slight jiggle for fudgy brownies.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
  • Chilling the ganache is essential to achieve a clean cut and a smooth chocolate layer.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings with different candy chips or nuts if desired.

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