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Gourmet Cosmic Brownies

These gourmet cosmic brownies are fudgy, chewy, and topped with a silky chocolate ganache and rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips for a delightful crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base Ingredients
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder For deeper chocolate flavor
  • ¼ tsp salt Plus a pinch for ganache
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch To keep the crumb tender
Ganache Topping Ingredients
  • ¼ cup heavy cream For glazing
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate Chopped
  • 2-3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture looks glossy and slightly thickened.
  2. Mix in the Dutch-process cocoa powder and ¼ tsp salt until well combined.
  3. Stir in the vanilla and beaten eggs until smooth and cohesive.
  4. Add the flour and cornstarch and fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Baking
  1. Spread the batter into a prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake until the edges are set and slightly pulled from the sides, about 25 minutes.
  3. Let the brownies cool completely before adding ganache.
Making the Ganache
  1. Heat the heavy cream until it starts steaming.
  2. Pour it over the chopped semisweet chocolate and let it sit briefly, then stir until completely smooth.
  3. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Topping and Serving
  1. Pour the ganache over the cooled brownies and spread it evenly.
  2. Sprinkle with rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips and chill until set.
  3. Slice cold for neat squares and serve.

Notes

For the chewiest texture, ensure the batter is glossy before baking. Cool fully before ganache is placed on top. For best results, chill before slicing.