Cosmic Brownies – The Ultimate Nostalgic Treat
Indulge in these rich, fudgy Cosmic Brownies, featuring a thick chocolate ganache and colorful sprinkles. Whether homemade or store-bought, these brownies are an all-time favorite!
Equipment
- Baking Pan (9x13-inch)
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
Chocolate Ganache
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- Mini rainbow candy-coated chocolates
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Fold until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes.
- To make the ganache, heat heavy cream until warm but not boiling. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 1 minute. Stir until smooth and mix in vanilla extract.
- Spread ganache evenly over the cooled brownies, then sprinkle with rainbow candies.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing for the perfect fudgy texture.
Notes
For a unique twist, swap the chocolate ganache for peanut butter drizzle or add chopped nuts for extra crunch!