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French Silk Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

French Silk Brownies are decadent, rich chocolate brownies topped with a smooth and glossy chocolate ganache, perfect for satisfying any chocolate lover’s cravings. These brownies boast a fudgy texture achieved by combining cocoa powder, melted butter, and eggs, and are finished with a luscious ganache made from semisweet chocolate, heavy cream, and butter.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour

Chocolate Ganache

  • 6 ounces semisweet chocolate (chopped)
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preparation Steps: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the brownies come out cleanly after baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined, creating a smooth base for the batter.
  3. Add Cocoa and Leavening: Incorporate the unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder into the butter and sugar mixture, whisking thoroughly until fully integrated.
  4. Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to maintain a smooth texture, then stir in the vanilla extract to enrich the flavor.
  5. Fold in Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking.
  7. Bake Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, indicating fudgy brownies.
  8. Make Ganache: While the brownies bake, place the chopped semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream and butter until it begins to simmer—do not let it boil.
  9. Combine Ganache Ingredients: Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes to melt. Then whisk until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
  10. Cool and Frost: After removing the brownies from the oven, allow them to cool slightly in the pan. Pour the warm ganache evenly over the brownies and spread to cover the surface.
  11. Final Cooling: Let the brownies cool completely to set the ganache before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure a fudgy texture rather than a cakey one.
  • Be careful not to boil the cream when heating for the ganache; simmering is sufficient.
  • Use a toothpick test to check for doneness—look for moist crumbs, not a clean toothpick.
  • Allow ganache to set fully at room temperature for best texture before slicing.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate to extend freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: French Silk Brownies, chocolate brownies, fudgy brownies, chocolate ganache, dessert, baking

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