Description
Decadent and rich French Silk Brownies featuring a moist chocolate base topped with a smooth, glossy semisweet chocolate ganache. These brownies are perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a luscious dessert with a silky finish.
Ingredients
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Brownie Base
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
Chocolate Ganache
- 6 ounces semisweet chocolate (chopped)
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent the brownies from sticking.
- Combine Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Whisk in the cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder until the mixture is well blended.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure a smooth batter, then stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Mix in Flour: Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Prepare Ganache: While brownies bake, place chopped semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until just simmering, avoiding boiling.
- Combine Ganache Ingredients: Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Finish the Brownies: Allow the baked brownies to cool slightly in the pan before pouring the warm ganache over the top. Spread evenly with a spatula.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool completely to set the ganache before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender brownie texture.
- Ensure the cream mixture for ganache is hot but not boiling to prevent the chocolate from seizing.
- Allow ganache to cool completely on the brownies for the best silky finish.
- Use high-quality semisweet chocolate for a richer ganache flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: French Silk Brownies, chocolate brownies, ganache brownies, rich chocolate dessert, easy brownie recipe
