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Decadent Cosmic Brownie Cake Recipe with Rich Chocolate Ganache

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A rich and fudgy cosmic brownie cake topped with a luscious chocolate ganache, perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips or chunks (dark or semi-sweet)
  • ¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • 8 oz (225g) bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional: pinch of espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter until smooth and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until fully combined and glossy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently, then fold in chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  9. Cool completely on a wire rack before adding ganache.
  10. Heat heavy cream until just simmering and pour over chopped bittersweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes.
  11. Stir ganache gently until smooth and glossy, then add softened butter and optional espresso powder, stirring until incorporated.
  12. Pour ganache over the cooled brownie cake and spread evenly, letting it drip slightly over the edges.
  13. Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep it tender and fudgy. Use high-quality cocoa and chocolate for best flavor. Let the cake cool completely before adding ganache to avoid melting. Ganache can be smoothed by microwaving for 10 seconds and stirring if grainy. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: brownie cake, chocolate ganache, fudgy brownies, easy dessert, potluck dessert, rich chocolate cake

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