Chocolate Mousse Brownies
Indulge in these rich Chocolate Mousse Brownies, featuring fudgy brownie layers topped with airy chocolate mousse, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 170 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter and whisk in the granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in another bowl, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Melt the chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler or microwave and let it cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until fully combined.
- Once the brownies have cooled completely, spread the chocolate mousse over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze individual squares for up to a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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