Description
Indulge in the Ultimate Festive Brownie, a rich and moist chocolate base perfect for creating decadent desserts. This versatile brownie features a luscious blend of chocolate and butter, topped with creamy dulce de leche, whipped cream, and fresh cherries for a festive touch. Ideal for celebrations or cozy gatherings, it delivers a perfect balance of indulgence and elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 300g chocolate
- 200g butter
- 340g white sugar
- 4 eggs
- 160g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 200g heavy cream
- 400g baker’s dulce de leche
- Cherries (as needed)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or carefully in a pot. Once melted, set aside to cool to room temperature to avoid cooking the eggs in the batter.
- Beat Sugar and Eggs: In a mixer, beat the white sugar and eggs until the mixture becomes pale and foamy, ensuring incorporation of air for a light texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix in the cooled chocolate and butter blend, then add vanilla extract. Slowly fold in the all-purpose flour until the batter is smooth and fully combined, taking care not to over-mix.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Grease, flour, and line a 23x33x5 cm rectangular baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
- Bake the Brownie: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 30-35 minutes, or until a tester comes out with moist crumbs but no raw batter.
- Cool Completely: Allow the brownie to cool fully in the pan to set properly, preventing crumbling when cut.
- Whip Cream: Whip the heavy cream until firm peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream into a piping bag for easy decorating.
- Assemble the Dessert: Cut the cooled brownie into rounds or squares. Top each piece with a dollop of dulce de leche, pipe a swirl of whipped cream on top, and finish by placing a cherry on each for a festive appeal.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for richer flavor.
- Ensure the chocolate and butter mixture is cooled before adding to eggs to prevent scrambling.
- Do not overbake to maintain a moist, fudgy texture.
- Whip cream just before assembly for best texture and taste.
- Cherries can be fresh or maraschino depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brownie, chocolate dessert, festive dessert, dulce de leche, whipped cream, cherries, rich brownies, moist brownies
