Chocolate Mousse Brownies
A delectable dessert that combines fudgy dark chocolate brownies with airy chocolate mousse, creating an unforgettable indulgence.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Chocolate Mousse
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 8 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
Optional Ganache
- 1 cup Chocolate, melted
- 1/2 cup Cream, heated
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Make Brownie Base
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan.
- Stir in the sugar until glistening and let it cool slightly.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a batter is formed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until set but still fudgy in the center.
- Allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature.
Make Chocolate Mousse
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until gently simmering.
- Pour the cream over the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Allow to cool slightly, then fold in the powdered sugar.
- Whip the mixture until light and fluffy.
- Spread the mousse over the cooled brownies evenly.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the brownie and mousse layer until set, about 2 hours.
- Optionally, drizzle melted chocolate ganache over the top before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the best results. Consider adding almond or orange extracts for unique flavors.