Chocolate Mousse Brownie Dessert Recipe

Indulge in pure chocolate heaven with this irresistible Chocolate Mousse Brownie Dessert! A surprisingly easy recipe, transformed from a Betty Crocker brownie mix, this dessert boasts a rich, fudgy brownie base topped with a luscious chocolate mousse. It looks incredibly sophisticated, but the secret's out – it's quicker to make than you think! Perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your own chocolate cravings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 516.6 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Mousse Brownie Dessert

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How to Make Chocolate Mousse Brownie Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the bottom only of a 13x9x2 inch rectangular pan, or a 10x3 inch springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the brownie mix, chocolate syrup (1 cup), water (as per brownie mix instructions), oil (as per brownie mix instructions), and 2 large eggs. Stir until well blended.
  3. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  4. In a 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup heavy whipping cream and 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips over medium heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat 3 large eggs and ½ cup granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and foamy.
  7. Gently fold the egg mixture into the cooled cream-chocolate mixture.
  8. Pour the chocolate mousse evenly over the brownie batter in the pan.
  9. Bake the rectangular pan for 45 minutes, or the springform pan for 65-70 minutes, or until the topping is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour.
  11. For the chocolate whipped cream (optional): In a chilled bowl, beat 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  12. Serve the dessert at room temperature or chilled. Top with chocolate whipped cream (optional). Store any leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

61g

Carbs

19g