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Chocolate Mousse Brownie

Chocolate Mousse Brownie combines two beloved desserts into one indulgent treat. A rich, fudgy brownie base is topped with a creamy, velvety chocolate mousse and finished off with a silky ganache.

45 minutes Serves 4
Chocolate Mousse Brownie

How to make it

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)

    Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.

  2. Whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and

    Whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Sift in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder.

  3. Fold until just combined.

    Fold until just combined.

  4. Pour batter into the pan and

    Pour batter into the pan and bake 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely. Warm milk and pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir smooth and cool slightly. Whip cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Stir a spoonful into the cooled chocolate, then fold in the rest gently.

  5. Spread mousse over cooled brownie base.

    Spread mousse over cooled brownie base.

  6. Chill for at least 2 hours

    Chill for at least 2 hours until set.

  7. Heat cream until simmering and pour

    Heat cream until simmering and pour over ganache chocolate. Let sit 2-3 minutes, then stir until glossy.

  8. Pour ganache over mousse, smooth surface,

    Pour ganache over mousse, smooth surface, and chill 1 hour. Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.