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A close-up of a sliced chocolate mousse brownie showing three distinct creamy layers topped with a glossy chocolate glaze, garnished with cocoa powder, set on a rustic wooden surface with a fork beside it.

Decadent Chocolate Mousse Brownies with Creamy Layers

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A luscious layered chocolate mousse brownie combining creamy mousse with dense fudgy brownie layers, topped with a chocolate glaze.

  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 9 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate chips together, then stir in sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour and cocoa powder. Gradually fold into chocolate mixture.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  6. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread whipped cream evenly over cooled brownie layer to create a creamy mousse layer.
  8. Chill for at least 2 hours. Top with melted chocolate glaze and dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure brownies are fully cooled before layering mousse.
  • Chill thoroughly for best mousse consistency.
  • Sprinkle with additional cocoa or chocolate shavings for decoration.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake, Chill, Layer, Serve
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 25 g
  • Sodium: 120 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg