Very Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these award-winning Very Chocolate Brownies, a rich and decadent treat featuring a luxurious chocolate mousse topping! This recipe, inspired by a Taste of Home grand prize winner, will elevate your baking game. Get ready for the ultimate chocolate experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 1958.7 kcal
Protein 40g
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Ingredients for Very Chocolate Brownies

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How to Make Very Chocolate Brownies

  1. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth, or in a double boiler.
  2. Let the melted chocolate mixture cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Add 2 cups granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
  4. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup all-purpose flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Line a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Grease the foil with cooking spray.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  10. For the chocolate mousse topping: Melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and ½ teaspoon almond extract in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth, or in a double boiler.
  11. Stir until smooth and let cool to room temperature.
  12. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  13. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture until just combined.
  14. Spread the chocolate mousse evenly over the cooled brownies.
  15. Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting and serving.
  16. Serve with a tall glass of ice-cold milk and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

661g

Fat

380g

Carbs

71g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Very Chocolate Brownies?

Very Chocolate Brownies takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Very Chocolate Brownies?

Very Chocolate Brownies has approximately 1958.7 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 71 g carbohydrates and 192 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Very Chocolate Brownies?

The key ingredients for Very Chocolate Brownies are Unsweetened Chocolate, Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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