Description
Cosmic Brownies are a nostalgic, fudgy treat that combines rich chocolate flavor with vibrant rainbow sprinkles. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, these delightful squares are perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy afternoons at home. With their glossy finish and chewy texture, each bite transports you back to childhood. Indulge in these decadent brownies and enjoy a sweet trip down memory lane!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and mix in the granulated and brown sugar until smooth.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, stirring until glossy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out with a spatula.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles on top before baking for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or substituting some chocolate chips with peanut butter chips. To make gluten-free Cosmic Brownies, replace all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
