Description
French Silk Brownies are a rich and decadent chocolate dessert that combines the fudgy texture of brownies with a creamy silk chocolate topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, flour, and salt until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the brownies are baking, prepare the silk topping by melting the chocolate and heavy cream together in a double boiler or microwave.
- Once melted, let the chocolate mixture cool slightly before spreading it over the cooled brownies.
- Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger chocolate flavor, add instant coffee to the brownie batter.
- Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before adding the silk topping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: French Silk Brownies, chocolate brownies, dessert recipes