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Homemade Cosmic Brownie Recipe

  • Author: Lusine Svetlana

Description

If you grew up loving Little Debbie’s famous Cosmic Brownies, this Homemade Cosmic Brownie Recipe will take you straight back to childhood. These chewy, fudgy brownies are topped with a luscious layer of chocolate ganache and sprinkled with colorful rainbow chips for that nostalgic cosmic look. Perfect for dessert lovers, parties, or lunchbox treats, these brownies are rich, chocolatey, and irresistibly decadent

Ingredients

For the Brownies

  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) chocolate chips
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups chocolate chips

Topping

  • ¼ cup rainbow chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, salt, whole eggs, and egg yolks. Whisk until the mixture is well combined.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and chocolate chips. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then repeat in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in the vegetable oil to the melted chocolate mixture.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar mixture and whisk until fully combined.
  6. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder until just incorporated—do not overmix.
  7. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. While the brownies bake, prepare the ganache. Pour the heavy cream into a microwave-safe bowl and heat for about 1 minute, until hot but not boiling.
  9. Add the chocolate chips to the hot cream and let sit for 2 minutes. Then stir until smooth and glossy.
  10. Once the brownies are baked, pour the ganache over the top and spread evenly using an offset spatula.
  11. Immediately sprinkle the top with rainbow chocolate chips for that signature cosmic look.
  12. Allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature before slicing.

Notes

    • Serving: For the best texture, let the brownies cool completely before slicing. If you want perfect, clean cuts, chill the brownies in the fridge for 30 minutes before cutting. Use a sharp knife wiped clean between each cut.
    • Temperature: These brownies taste incredible both chilled and at room temperature. For an extra decadent experience, microwave a brownie square for 10–15 seconds before serving to warm up the ganache slightly.
    • Storage: Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If your kitchen is warm, it’s best to refrigerate them to prevent the ganache from melting.
    • Refrigeration: Refrigerate for up to 7 days. The fudgy texture holds well, and the ganache stays smooth.
    • Freezing: Wrap each brownie individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
    • Lunchbox Tip: These make excellent lunchbox desserts! Wrap them in parchment paper to keep the ganache from sticking.

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