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Birthday Brownies with Chocolate Frosting Recipe

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These Birthday Brownies with Chocolate Frosting are rich, fudgy, and perfect for any celebration. Featuring a luxurious semi-sweet chocolate base topped with a creamy chocolate ganache frosting, they combine deep chocolate flavor with a moist, soft texture. The recipe involves baking a dense brownie layer and finishing with a smooth, glossy chocolate frosting enhanced with a touch of honey for extra shine and sweetness. Ideal for birthdays or special occasions, these brownies deliver a classic crowd-pleasing dessert experience.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 250 g (1½ cups) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 150 g (⅔ cup) unsalted butter
  • 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 90 g (¾ cup) all-purpose flour
  • 30 g (¼ cup + 1 tbsp) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Chocolate Frosting

  • 230 g (8 oz) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 230 g (1 cup) heavy cream (30% fat)
  • 8 g (2 tsp) honey or glucose syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges are covered to easily lift out the brownies after baking.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Using a double boiler or microwave, melt together the semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter until smooth and fully combined. Allow this mixture to cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.
  3. Mix Eggs, Sugar, and Vanilla: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and glossy, improving the brownies’ texture.
  4. Combine Chocolate Mixture: Gently mix the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture just until combined to maintain the airy texture from whisking.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Fold these dry ingredients into the wet batter gently until the mixture is smooth and uniform without overmixing.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
  7. Cool the Brownies: Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan to set the texture perfectly before frosting.
  8. Prepare Frosting Base: Place the finely chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. If using, add honey or glucose syrup to enhance the frosting’s sheen and softness.
  9. Heat Cream: Heat the heavy cream just until steaming—avoid boiling—then pour it over the chopped chocolate. Let this sit undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes to soften the chocolate.
  10. Make Ganache: Stir gently from the center outward until the chocolate mixture is smooth, glossy, and fully combined, forming a ganache frosting.
  11. Chill Frosting: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours or until the ganache thickens to a spreadable consistency suitable for frosting.
  12. Frost Brownies: Spread the chilled, thickened frosting evenly over the cooled brownies for a rich and luscious top layer.
  13. Decorate and Chill: While the frosting is still soft, decorate with birthday sprinkles or other decorations of your choice. Chill briefly to set the frosting before slicing for clean, neat edges.

Notes

  • For best results, use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for both the brownie base and frosting to enhance flavor.
  • Make sure the brownies are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting the ganache.
  • Room temperature eggs help achieve a smoother batter and better rise.
  • The optional honey or glucose syrup in the frosting adds shine and a softer texture but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Store the frosted brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • You can add sprinkles or themed decorations to customize the brownies for birthday celebrations.

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