Description
Indulge in the decadent goodness of Chocolate Mousse Brownies, a heavenly treat that combines rich fudge brownies with a luscious chocolate mousse topping. This recipe is a perfect blend of textures and flavors for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base:
- 1 box (18 oz) fudge brownie mix, plus ingredients listed on the package
Chocolate Mousse:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Base: Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare brownies according to package directions in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake and let cool completely.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Whip Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Combine Mousse: Gradually fold melted chocolate into the whipped cream until fully combined and fluffy.
- Assemble: Spread mousse evenly over cooled brownies. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent version, add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the mousse before chilling.
- You can also bake the brownies from scratch instead of using a mix.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, No-Bake Topping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
