Chocolate Mousse Brownies: The Ultimate Indulgent Dessert
These Chocolate Mousse Brownies combine a rich, fudgy brownie base with a light and silky chocolate mousse topping. It’s the ultimate dessert mashup—perfect for dinner parties, birthdays, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate
For the Mousse Layer:
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream cold
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and pale.
- 3. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined. Fold in melted chocolate.
- 4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20–24 minutes or until edges are set and center is slightly fudgy.
- 5. Let the brownie cool completely in the pan.
- 6. For the mousse, melt chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler. Let it cool slightly.
- 7. In a cold mixing bowl, whip cream with vanilla and salt until soft peaks form.
- 8. Fold whipped cream gently into melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
- 9. Spread mousse evenly over the cooled brownies. Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 10. Slice and serve with whipped cream or berries if desired.
Notes
For a twist, add 1 tsp instant espresso to the mousse for a mocha version.
Substitute coconut cream for a dairy-free mousse.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.