Cosmic Brownie Heart Dupe!

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter (melted in a saucepan over low heat)
• 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar (white granulated)
• 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
• 2 Egg Yolks (separated from whites)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla extract)
• 1.25 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1.25 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (high‑quality, such as Ghirardelli)
• 1 tsp Cornstarch (helps keep brownies tender)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or sea salt)
• 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil (neutral‑flavored oil)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (35% milkfat, for ganache)
• 1 cup Semi‑Sweet Chocolate Chips (60% cacao, high‑quality)
• 2 tbsp Rainbow Sprinkles (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1. Melt Butter

   Place ½ cup unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat and melt gently, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.

   Time: PT2M

2. Combine Sugars

   Add 1 cup brown sugar and 1 cup granulated sugar to the melted butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the sugars are fully dissolved.

   Time: PT2M

3. Add Eggs and Vanilla

   Whisk in 2 whole eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated and the batter looks glossy.

   Time: PT2M

4. Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¼ cup all‑purpose flour, 1 ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp salt.

   Time: PT1M

5. Combine Wet and Dry, Add Oil

   Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Drizzle in ¼ cup vegetable oil and stir until the batter is thick, shiny, and slightly glossy.

   Time: PT3M

6. Portion Batter

   Spoon the batter into silicone baking liners or molds placed on a baking sheet, filling each about ¾ full.

   Time: PT2M

7. Bake Brownies

   Bake in a pre‑heated oven at 350°F for 18 minutes, checking at 15 minutes. The tops should look set but the center will still be slightly soft.

   Time: PT18M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Prepare Ganache

   While the brownies bake, heat 1 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan until just scalding (small bubbles form around the edges). Remove from heat and pour over 1 cup chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.

   Time: PT5M

9. Cool and Top

   Allow the baked brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then spread the ganache evenly over each brownie using a spatula. Sprinkle rainbow sprinkles on top if desired.

   Time: PT10M

10. Set Ganache

    Place the topped brownies in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to let the ganache firm up.

    Time: PT15M

11. Serve

    Pop the brownies out of the liners, arrange on a platter, and serve. Store leftovers as directed.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

14g

Fiber

3g