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Chocolate Mousse Brownies

Irresistible Chocolate Mousse Brownies that Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Chocolate Mousse Brownies, a rich brownie base topped with a fluffy mousse that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar offers a deeper flavor if desired.
  • 4 large Eggs Egg substitutes can be used for vegan options.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Consider vanilla bean paste for an extra punch.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap with a gluten-free blend if necessary.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa gives a mellower taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Omit if using unsalted butter.
Chocolate Mousse
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream works well as a non-dairy substitute.
  • 8 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Dark chocolate adds a richer taste.
  • 4 large Egg Whites Aquafaba can be used for a vegan mousse option.
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on your sweetness preferences.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds depth to the mousse’s flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Double boiler

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan, then stir in sugar until glossy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
  4. Mix together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a bowl; combine with wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Simmer chocolate over a double boiler, then cool slightly.
  7. Whip cream until soft peaks form; set aside.
  8. Whip egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
  9. Fold melted chocolate into whipped cream, then egg whites.
  10. Spread mousse over cooled brownies and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  11. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure brownies are completely cool before adding mousse to prevent melting. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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