Chocolate Mousse Brownies Recipe
Discover the perfect blend of creamy mousse and rich brownie layers in this decadent chocolate dessert
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 125 grams of unsalted butter
- 200 grams of top-quality cocoa powder
- 250 grams of dark chocolate
- 125 grams of bittersweet chocolate
- 250 ml of heavy cream
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 150 grams of sugar
- 150 grams of all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt unsalted butter and mix with cocoa powder until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the baking pan, spreading evenly to form the brownie layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set. Let it cool.
- Melt the bittersweet chocolate over a double boiler. Let it cool slightly.
- Whip egg whites to soft peaks, gradually add sugar to form stiff peaks.
- Mix the cooled chocolate with whipped cream until smooth, then fold in the egg whites.
- Spread chocolate mousse over the cooled brownie base.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the mousse is set.
- Serve chilled with powdered sugar or chocolate drizzle.
Notes
Indulge in velvety chocolate mousse atop fudgy brownies for a decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.