Classic Brownies with Ganache Icing
- yield: 12-16 squares
- prep time: 10 min
- wait time:
- cook time: 22-25 min
- total time:
Chewy brownie heaven with surprise pockets of chocolate chips and a semi-sweet chocolate ganache as the icing on top.
Ingredients:
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<em>Brownies: </em>
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1/2 cup + 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (150g)
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1 cup white granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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5 tbsp cocoa powder (30g)
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1/2 tsp sea salt
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour (68g)
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1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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<em>Chocolate Ganache: </em>
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup 35% whipping cream
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1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8 x 8 inch aluminum pan.2. In a medium-sized bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the cocoa powder.
4. Add the flour and salt to the bowl. Beat until the dry ingredients have been completely mixed in. Stir in 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips.
5. Spread the brownie batter in an even layer in the metal pan. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the top has started to crinkle and the edges have browned. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
6. To make the ganache, add the rest of the chocolate chips to a glass bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments stirring well after each until the chips have mostly melted. Add the whipping cream and microwave for a final 30 seconds. Add the vanilla extract and stir the ganache using a spatula until it’s smooth, glossy and lump free.
7. Let the ganache cool for 15 minutes before spreading it across the top of the brownies. Optional: Toss some sprinkles on top of the ganache for some fun colour. Cut the brownies into squares and serve. Best eaten the next day once the brownies have developed a chewier texture.