Dawn's Special Brownies
Indulge in the rich, chocolaty decadence of Dawn's Special Brownies, a recipe designed to please even the most devoted chocolate enthusiasts. These fudgy brownies are elevated with a hint of espresso powder, intensifying their chocolate flavor, and topped with a luscious dark chocolate ganache for an irresistibly smooth finish. Made with a combination of semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and brown sugar, they strike the perfect balance between sweetness and depth. Whether you're preparing a crowd-pleasing dessert or treating yourself to a special homemade delight, these brownies come together in under an hour, making them as convenient as they are delicious. Don’t forget to let them cool completely before slicing for those perfectly neat squares that look as good as they taste! Perfect for bake sales, gatherings, or an intimate night in, these brownies deliver indulgence in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 100 grams dark chocolate (finely chopped)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Step 2
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and the cooled butter-chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
Step 4
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake for a fudgy texture.
Step 8
While the brownies are baking, prepare the chocolate ganache by heating heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (but not boil).
Step 9
Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Then, stir until smooth and glossy.
Step 10
Once the brownies are out of the oven, let them cool completely in the pan. Spread the ganache evenly over the cooled brownies.
Step 11
Allow the ganache to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing into squares.
Step 12
Serve and enjoy your rich, indulgent Dawn's Special Brownies!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1283.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5304.2 |
| Total Fat 320.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 185.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1306.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1586.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 606.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 454.3g | |
| Protein 63.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 347.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 31.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1613.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories