Give this Cosmic brownies recipe a try for a decadent and fun treat!

Made with simple pantry ingredients, this fudgy brownie with a smooth ganache topping is hard to resist!

Topped with colorful sprinkles, or ones to suit the occasion, it’s the best hand held treat!

Cosmic brownies recipe on a parchment covered wooden board

This Cosmic Brownies Recipe was originally posted on Our Zesty Life

These homemade Cosmic brownies have an incredibly fudgy and rich cocoa flavor that is hard to resist. And made with simple ingredients they are so easy!

brown sugar, sugar, cocoa, vanilla, flour, salt, cornstarch, eggs and butter assembled on a baking sheet to make Cosmic brownies recipe

What Ingredients Do I Need To Make Cosmic Brownies?

There are two parts to this recipe; the fudgy brownie base and the rich ganache topping.

The Fudgy Brownie Base

Cocoa – I like to use Dutch-processed cocoa because it’s so smooth and rich in flavor. But natural cocoa will also work.

Butter – Opt for real unsalted butter, but if all you have on hand is salted butter just leave out the salt called for in the recipe.

Sugar – The mixture of granulated and brown sugar helps to keep these brownies so moist.

All purpose flour – Simple, all purpose flour is all you need. Looking for a gluten free option? Sub in gluten free flour at a 1:1 ratio.

The Chocolate Ganache Topping

Chocolate Chips – Use quality chocolate chips! I love using a combination of dark chocolate and semi sweet chocolate chips if possible.

Cream – Heavy or whipping cream creates a decadent topping.

Coconut Oil – Any oil will do to create a glossy finish.

eggs and vanilla added to the butter and sugars to make Cosmic brownies recipe

dry ingredients added into the wet ingredients to make Cosmic brownies recipe

How To Make Cosmic Brownies Recipe

Preheat oven, line baking pan with parchment paper.
Whisk butter and sugars, add eggs and vanilla, stir to combine. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch and salt.
Turn the batter into pan, and spread to edges evenly.
Bake as directed in the recipe. Cool.
Using the microwave, heat chocolate chips and cream until melted and smooth. Add oil.
Pour ganache over cooled brownie base. Top as desired.

baked Cosmic brownies recipe in a parchment lined pan

chocolate chips and heavy cream to make the ganache layer in this Cosmic brownies recipe

Tips For The Best Brownies!

Use parchment paper to line the baking pan for easy removal and slicing.
Try adding in your favorite mix in’s for fun variety! Different chocolate chip flavors, a peanut butter or cream cheese swirl, or coconut flakes are all great ideas.
The secret to the best brownies is to never over bake them!
Use a hot knife to slice Cosmic brownies and clean in between slices for best presentation.

Cosmic brownies recipe, sliced on wooden boards.

Serving And Storing Cosmic Brownies

Serve these brownies in bite sized pieces for simple dessert tray treats. Slice a bit larger for a decadent after dinner dessert. Or freeze slightly, chop up and top an ice cream sundae. Don’t forget a drizzle of chocolate topping and some whipped cream!

Place sliced brownies in an airtight container and separate layers with parchment paper so they do not stick together. Brownies can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.

Cosmic brownies freeze well! Store similar to above, separated by parchment paper. Or freeze in a single layer, then move to a container once frozen. Thaw in the refrigerator or room temperature in a single layer.

Cosmic brownies recipe, stacked 3 high on a white plate

I hope you love these Cosmic brownies as much as I do!

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Cosmic Brownies Recipe

Donnalea

Servings

Prep 15

Cook 20

Total 35

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Make this easy, yet decadent Cosmic brownies recipe for the best hand held treat!

Equipment

mixing bowl
whisk
8×8 inch pan

Ingredients

½ cup butter
½ cup sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
¾ cup flour
⅔ cup cocoa
1 teaspoon cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt

Ganache Frosting

½ cup heavy cream
1 cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease and line a 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugars. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well to combine.
Stir in the flour, cocoa, cornstarch and salt. Mix until no clumps remain. Drop the batter the batter into pan and spread to the edges evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool on rack.

Ganache Frosting

In a microwave safe bowl, add chocolate chips and cream. Heat for two 30 second intervals, stirring in between each. Then if needed, two more 20 second intervals, until chocolate is melted. Heat only until chocolate is just melted, don't overheat. Add coconut oil and mix.
Pour over cooled brownies, cover with plastic wrap and set for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with candies and refrigerate 30 minutes. Remove from pan to slice.

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