Indulge in nostalgia with our cosmic brownies recipe! These fudgy brownies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and bringing back childhood memories.
Our cosmic brownies recipe is a blast from the past, reminiscent of the classic elementary school lunchbox favorite, Little Debbie’s Cosmic Brownies.
These homemade brownies are loaded with rich chocolate flavor and colorful candy-coated rainbow chips, making them an irresistible indulgence for kids and adults alike.
Whether you’re whipping up a batch for a birthday party, bake sale, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cosmic brownies are sure to be a huge hit!
Why are cosmic brownies so good?
- Homemade cosmic brownies boast a deep, indulgent chocolate flavor that satisfies any chocolate lover’s cravings.
- These brownies have a dense and fudgy texture, making each bite incredibly moist and decadent.
- The addition of colorful candy-coated chocolates on top adds a fun and playful element to the brownies, providing bursts of sweetness and crunch with every bite.
- For many people, copycat cosmic brownies evoke feelings of nostalgia and childhood memories, making this special treat even more enjoyable to eat.
How to Make Cosmic Brownies Copycat
Cosmic Brownie Ingredients
- 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup candy coated chocolate chips
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
Whisk together cocoa powder and melted butter until smooth.
Whisk in sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
Set the oven to 350ºf and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, add the cocoa powder to the melted butter and mix until smooth.
Mix in the sugars, eggs, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cornstarch and the pinch of salt.
Then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just smooth.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spread it around the whole pan and bake for 18 minutes.
To achieve that fudgy, chewy texture that cosmic brownies are known for, be careful not to overbake them. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time and remove from the oven when the edges are set but the center is still slightly gooey.
Cool completely.
To make the chocolate ganache frosting, add chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large microwave safe dish and melt in 30 second intervals, let the melted chocolate rest for a couple of minutes and then stir until smooth.
Smooth the rich chocolate ganache over brownies with a rubber spatula and sprinkle rainbow chip sprinkles while ganache is still wet.
For best results, allow your cosmic brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. This helps them set up properly and prevents them from falling apart when you cut into them.
Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for longer storage. To enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature or microwave for a few seconds until warmed through.
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Where to buy cosmic brownie sprinkle?
Cosmic brownie sprinkles, also known as candy-coated chocolates, can typically be found in the baking aisle of most grocery stores or craft stores. Look for them near other baking ingredients like chocolate chips, sprinkles, and nuts. Alternatively, you can also purchase them online from retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, or specialty baking stores. If you’re having trouble finding them, chocolate sprinkles or rainbow sprinkles can be used.
Recipe for Cosmic Brownies
Indulge in nostalgia with our cosmic brownies recipe! These fudgy brownies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and bringing back childhood memories.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup candy coated chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
Whisk together cocoa powder and melted butter until smooth.
Whisk in sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
Set the oven to 350ºf and spray a 9×13 baking pan with baking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, add the cocoa powder to the melted butter and mix until smooth.
Mix in the sugars, eggs, and vanilla.
In a separate bowl mix together the flour, cornstarch and the pinch of salt.
Then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just smooth.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spread it around the whole pan and bake for 18 minutes.
To achieve that fudgy, chewy texture that cosmic brownies are known for, be careful not to overbake them. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time and remove from the oven when the edges are set but the center is still slightly gooey.
Cool completely.
To make the chocolate ganache frosting, add chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large microwave safe dish and melt in 30 second intervals, let the melted chocolate rest for a couple of minutes and then stir until smooth.
Smooth the rich chocolate ganache over brownies with a rubber spatula and sprinkle rainbow chip sprinkles while ganache is still wet.
For best results, allow your cosmic brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. This helps them set up properly and prevents them from falling apart when you cut into them.
Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for longer storage. To enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature or microwave for a few seconds until warmed through.