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Gourmet cosmic brownies topped with colorful sprinkles and rich chocolate

Gourmet Cosmic Brownies

Indulge in these rich, fudgy cosmic brownies topped with glossy ganache and vibrant rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips, perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted, allows to cool slightly.
  • 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
For the Ganache
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Heated until simmering.
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate (chopped) Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
  • Pinch salt
For Topping
  • 2-3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave or over low heat. Allow it to cool slightly.
  3. Combine the granulated sugar and brown sugar with the melted butter, whisking until well blended.
  4. Stir in the Dutch-process cocoa, salt, and vanilla extract until smoothly integrated.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
  6. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch until just combined; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly to the corners.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs, indicating a fudgy interior.
Preparing Ganache
  1. While the brownies cool, heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped semisweet chocolate until the mixture is glossy and smooth, forming a ganache.
  2. Pour the ganache over the cooled brownies, using a spatula to spread it evenly. Sprinkle rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips on top.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the brownies cool to room temperature before refrigerating for about 1 hour to allow the ganache to set.
  2. Serve warm or with a scoop of ice cream for an extra treat.

Notes

For best results, ensure your butter is just melted but not hot to avoid cooking the eggs. Let the brownies cool completely before adding the ganache for a neater presentation.