Name: Gourmet Cosmic Brownies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 2 h 37 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter; 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; ¼ cup heavy cream; 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped; Pinch of salt; 2–3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips (Wilton rainbow chips or similar)

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter

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

¼ cup heavy cream

4 oz semisweet chocolate (chopped)

Pinch of salt

2–3 tbsp rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips (Wilton rainbow chips or similar)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over the stove. Stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and ¼ tsp salt until the mixture is smooth and well blended.

Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Whisk in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well until the batter becomes thick and shiny.

Step 4: Fold in the flour and cornstarch gently until just combined.

Step 5: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-22 minutes, until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.

Step 6: Once cool, invert the brownies onto a flat surface and carefully remove the parchment paper for an even surface.

Step 7: To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in the microwave for 30 seconds. Pour it over the chopped semisweet chocolate and let sit for 1 minute. Add a pinch of salt and stir until smooth.

Step 8: Spread the ganache evenly over the cooled brownies.

Step 9: Sprinkle the rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips over the ganache while it is still soft.

Step 10: Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before slicing. For clean edges, wipe the knife between each cut.

Tips & Variations

For extra fudgy brownies, avoid overbaking and remove when the center still jiggles slightly.

Use your favorite candy-coated chocolates if you can’t find Wilton rainbow chips.

Room temperature eggs help the batter mix more smoothly and create a better texture.

For a nutty twist, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on the ganache before chilling.

FAQs

Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of Dutch-process?

Yes, but Dutch-process cocoa is less acidic and provides a deeper chocolate flavor. Using regular cocoa may slightly change the taste and texture but will still yield tasty brownies.

How do I know when the brownies are done baking?

The edges should look set and start to pull away from the pan, while the center should still have a slight jiggle when you gently shake the pan. Avoid baking until fully firm to keep them fudgy.