Head to another galaxy with these delicious Copycat Cosmic Brownies Recipe. A delicious way to make this childhood classic with simple ingredients!
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Copycat Cosmic Brownies
Indulge in a journey through the cosmos with every delectable bite of these homemade cosmic brownies. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that transcends the ordinary, as these fudgy treats transport your taste buds to distant galaxies of flavor and delight. Sure you could head the store and buy a box but how about making this delicious recipe yourself with simple ingredients?
Imagine a universe where rich, chocolatey goodness reigns supreme, and each bite is a portal to a realm of pure bliss. That’s precisely what awaits you with this out-of-this-world recipe.
At the heart of these cosmic brownies lies a dense, chewy chocolate base, infused with the essence of cocoa and love. It’s a foundation that anchors the entire cosmic experience, setting the stage for the myriad of flavors to come.
But what truly sets these brownies apart are the cosmic sprinkles adorning their surface, shimmering like distant stars in a velvet night sky. Each sprinkle is a burst of color and sweetness, adding a playful touch to this cosmic confectionery.
As you sink your teeth into these intergalactic delights, you’ll be greeted by a symphony of textures and flavors – the soft embrace of the brownie, the crunch of the sprinkles, and the lingering sweetness that dances on your palate long after the last crumb has vanished.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a cosmic explorer venturing into the kitchen for the first time, this recipe is your ticket to culinary stardom. So gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a cosmic journey like no other. With each batch of these homemade cosmic brownies, you’ll be reminded that the universe is as vast as your imagination, and the possibilities are as endless as the stars themselves.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 18 minutes
Yields 45
What you need to make Cosmic brownies
- 1 ½ sticks butter, melted
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Chocolate Ganache Frosting
- 1 ¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup candy coated chocolate chips
How to make cosmic brownies
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
Whisk together cocoa powder and melted butter until smooth.
Whisk in sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cornstarch and salt then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just smooth.
Pour the batter into the baking pan, spread it around the whole pan and bake for 18 minutes.
Cool completely.
Add chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large microwave safe dish and melt for 60 seconds, let rest for a couple of minutes and then stir until smooth.
Smooth the ganache over brownies
and sprinkle candy chocolate chips while ganache is still wet.
Make sure and check out some of my other delicious recipes like these chocolate stuffed cruffins
Copycat Cosmic Brownies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ sticks butter melted
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 ¼ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup candy coated chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
- Whisk together cocoa powder and melted butter until smooth.
- Whisk in sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Set the oven to 350ºf and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, add the cocoa powder to the melted butter and mix until smooth.
- Mix in the sugars, eggs, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cornstarch and salt then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just smooth.
- Pour the batter into the baking pan, spread it around the whole pan and bake for 18 minutes.
- Cool completely.
- Add chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large microwave safe dish and melt for 60 seconds, let rest for a couple of minutes and then stir until smooth.
- Smooth the ganache over brownies and sprinkle candy chocolate chips while ganache is still wet.
