Fudgy Cosmic Brownies Recipe

This Fudgy Cosmic Brownies Recipe is about as decadent as a dessert can be.

Topped with a Chocolate Ganache Frosting and colorful candies, these fudgy brownies are both sweet and rich, making them perfect for about any chocolate craving.

What are Cosmic Brownies?

Cosmic Brownies are inspired by a famous and popular store bought version which features chocolate brownies with frosting and candies on top.

I like that this recipe can be easily made from scratch at home.

Have you tried my Black Forest Brownie Cupcakes?

Those black forest brownie cupcakes are a chocolate fudgy cupcake with cherry filling and topped with chocolate mousse. Both this recipe for cosmic brownies and that recipe for cupcakes are great tasting dessert recipes that are based upon brownies.

To make this recipe you will need candy coated chocolate chips. You can find candy coated chocolate chips here.

Why we love homemade cosmic brownies.

These homemade brownies are fudgy and chocolaty. They are also easy to make.

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• The colorful candies make these brownies fun.
• Personalizing these brownies is as easy as using a homemade chocolate frosting or chocolate candies on top
• Cosmic brownies go great when served alone or with a scoop of ice cream on the side.
• The ingredients used to make these brownies are basic pantry ingredients that you may already have on hand.
• Leftover brownies taste great the next day cold or warm.
• About everyone can agree on these chocolaty treats.

Ingredients needed to make cosmic style brownies.

• Butter. Your butter should be melted. If you are using unsalted butter you can add a half teaspoon of salt to the flour.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder. Use regular cocoa powder rather than Dutch process for this recipe.
• Sugar and Brown Sugar. The brown sugar should be packed when measured.
• Vanilla Extract. Added for a bit of flavor balance.
• Eggs. Your eggs should be at room temperature.
• Flour. Regular all purpose.
• Cornstarch. Added for texture.
• For the ganache frosting you will need semisweet chocolate chips and heavy cream.
• Candy Coated Chocolate Chips . For decorating your brownies.

Tips for making the best cosmic brownie.

These brownies get their color and chocolate flavor from the using unsweetened cocoa powder. When selecting your unsweetened cocoa powder, select one that is fresh and of good quality for best results.

More helpful tips for you.

1. Use quality ingredients that are fresh and at the optimal temperature for use. This is especially true with your dry ingredients and your eggs.
2. Resist the urge to over-mix the ingredients. When combining your wet and dry ingredients, mix them until just combined.
3. For added flavors and texture you can consider ingredient add-ins such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
4. I sometimes like to line my baking pan with parchment paper that overhangs the edges of the pan. This not only makes it easier to clean up my mess, it makes it easier to remove the cooled brownies for slicing.
5. Your brownies are done baking when the edges are set. The center will be a bit soft but, that is okay as it should set while the brownies cool.
6. Lastly, allow the brownies to fully cool before adding the chocolate ganache frosting and slicing.

How to make this Fudgy Cosmic Brownies Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes .
Bake Time: 18 minutes .
Servings: 45, depending on how they are cut .

1. Prep. Start by preheating your oven to 350 and prepping baking pan or dish for nonstick. My brownies were made in a 9×13 baking dish with baking spray.
2. Wet ingredients. In a mixing bowl, use a whisk to combine together the cocoa powder and melted butter until smooth and combined. Then whisk in the two sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
3. Dry ingredients. Using a new bowl, use a fork or clean whisk to combine together the flour and cornstarch. Then slowly add these ingredients to the first bowl and mix until just combined.
4. Bake. Evenly spread the brownie batter in your prepared pan and then bake the brownies for 16-18 minutes or until the edges appear to be set. If you use the toothpick test, there will be a few crumbs.
5. Cool. Allow the brownies to fully cool.
6. Ganache Frosting. To make the ganache frosting, place the heavy cream into a microwave safe bowl and microwave for one minute. Carefully add in the the chocolate chips and then let the mixture sit for for a couple of minutes before mixing until smooth. You can then pour or evenly spread the ganache over the fully cooled brownies and top with the candies.
7. It is best to allow the ganache to fully set before slicing your brownies. You can refrigerate them to help speed this up.

Expert Tip👉 For thicker brownies you can use a smaller baking dish. To make crisper brownies you can use a baking pan however, baking times can vary for both.

How to store cosmic brownies.

Once the brownies have fully set, they can be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored, cosmic brownies should keep for about three days when refrigerated or up to three months when frozen. You can individually wrap the brownies for easier serving.

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• Easy Funfetti Mini Muffins
• Strawberry Filled Vanilla Cupcakes
• No Bake Twinkie Cake Recipe
• Favorite Rocky Road Cupcakes
• Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge
• Favorite Cookie Monster Inspired Cookies

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Fudgy Cosmic Brownies Recipe, a decadent chocolaty snack treat topped with chocolate icing and colorful candies.

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