Description
What if I told you that you could bring a little bit of nostalgia into your kitchen with just a few simple ingredients? These Copycat Cosmic Brownies recreate those beloved fudgy, chocolatey delights that many of us grew up looking forward to in our lunchboxes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate candies
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Allow the butter to cool slightly before cracking in the eggs, one at a time. Stir vigorously after each addition until glossy and smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold the mixture until just combined. Transfer the batter to your prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake the brownies for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let them cool for at least 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the ganache, place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a gentle simmer. Pour the warm cream over the chocolate chips and stir until completely smooth.
- Once the brownies are cooled, pour the ganache over the top and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle mini chocolate candies over the ganache before it hardens.
- After the ganache has set, cut the brownies into squares using a sharp knife. Serve to friends and family.
Notes
- Choose Quality Ingredients: Opt for high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the richest flavor.
- Avoid Overmixing: Be gentle when combining wet and dry ingredients to prevent tough brownies.
- Cool Before Ganache: Ensure brownies are completely cooled to maintain the ganache's finish.
- Adjust Baking Time: Monitor baking time and check for moist crumbs to ensure fudginess.
- Cut with Care: Use a sharp, warm knife for neat squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg