Cosmic Brownies Recipe
Servings: 20 brownies
Cost: $6.83
Equipment
- 8 x 8-inch baking pan light-colored
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 11 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar lightly packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup Dutch process cocoa powder see note 1
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips divided
Topping
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Rainbow candy chips or sprinkles, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8 x 8-inch metal pan and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Avoid foil or wax paper.
- Whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla and whisk until creamy.
- Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Switch to a wooden spoon and stir until just combined. Stir in 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips. Do not overmix.
- Scrape batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips over the top.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until just set to the touch. Do not overbake. Centers should stay soft and fudgy. Let brownies cool completely before adding the topping.
- Add chocolate chips to a heat-safe bowl. Microwave cream for 1 minute, then pour over chocolate. Cover and let sit 4 minutes, then stir until smooth. Microwave in 15-second bursts if needed.
- Pour topping over cooled brownies and spread evenly. Immediately add rainbow chips or sprinkles on top.
- Refrigerate 1–2 hours, until topping is set. Lift brownies out using parchment. Cut with a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts. Serve chilled.
Notes
Note 1: Use Dutch-process for the best flavor and texture. Spoon and level to measure or brownies may end up dry.
Note 2: Baking time may vary with dark-colored metal or glass pans. Light-colored, shiny pans produce the best results since they heat more evenly.
Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days at room temp or 1 week in the fridge. Freeze individually wrapped brownies up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 223IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg