Description

Indulge in these Gourmet Cosmic Brownies, rich and fudgy with a smooth chocolate ganache topped with vibrant rainbow candy-coated chocolate chips. This recipe features a combination of Dutch-process cocoa and a silky ganache that adds a luscious finish, perfect for any chocolate lover looking for a fun and visually stunning dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Base

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

Ganache

¼ cup heavy cream
4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
Pinch of salt

Toppings

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

Instructions

Make the Brownies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Melt Butter and Mix Sugars: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter completely. Stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Transfer the chocolate mixture to a large bowl. Whisk in vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter turns thick and shiny.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly. Remove and allow to cool completely in the pan.
Prepare Ganache: Once the brownies are cool, microwave the heavy cream for 30 seconds until hot. Pour over the chopped semisweet chocolate in a bowl; let sit for 1 minute, then add a pinch of salt and stir until smooth and glossy.
Assemble the Cosmic Layer: Flip the cooled brownies out of the pan and peel off the parchment to get a flat surface. Spread the ganache evenly over the top.
Add Rainbow Chips and Chill: Sprinkle the candy-coated chocolate chips over the ganache while still soft, then chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to set.
Slice and Serve: For clean cuts, wipe the knife between each slice and enjoy these festive, fudgy treats.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for a smoother batter and better texture.
Don’t overbake the brownies; they should be slightly underdone in the center for optimal fudginess.
Allow brownies to cool completely before flipping and adding ganache for a smooth finish.
Clean your knife between slices for neat presentation, especially with ganache topping.
Rainbow candy chips can be substituted with any colorful candy-coated chocolates for customization.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cosmic brownies, fudgy brownies, chocolate ganache, rainbow chips, dessert recipe, chocolate dessert, easy brownies