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Homemade Cosmic Brownies

Fudgy Homemade Cosmic Brownies That Bring Back Sweet Memories

Indulge in these Homemade Cosmic Brownies, a rich chocolatey delight that evokes childhood memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar
  • 4 large Large Eggs At room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed optional
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces Semisweet Chocolate Chopped
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half and half may be used
  • 2 tablespoons Light Corn Syrup Optional for added glossiness

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • spatula
  • Saucepan
  • Heatproof bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add large eggs and pure vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
  4. Sift together unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt in a separate bowl, then incorporate into the wet mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly, then bake for 27-33 minutes.
  6. Cool the brownies in the pan for 30-40 minutes to room temperature.
  7. Heat heavy cream over medium heat until simmering, then pour over chopped semisweet chocolate and let sit for 3 minutes before stirring until smooth.
  8. Spread the ganache over cooled brownies and top with colorful candy-coated chocolate chips or sprinkles.
  9. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until the ganache firms up, then slice into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These brownies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage. Allow to cool completely before adding ganache.

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