Maureen'S Fabulous Brownies With Ganache Recipe

Name: Maureen'S Fabulous Brownies With Ganache
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BROWNIES; 2 sticks butter (8 oz.); 4 oz. un-sweetened chocolate; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 Cups sugar; 3 eggs; 1 Cup flour (5 oz.); 1 Cup mini-chocolate chips (6oz); 2 Cups walnut pieces (8 oz.); GANACHE; 8 oz. good quality semi-sweet chocolate, like Lindt or Valrhona; 6 Tblsp. butter; 3/4 Cup heavy cream; 4 Tblsp. kirsch or other liqueur, (optional-add 4 TBS more cream if omitting kirsch)

Servings: persons

BROWNIES
2 sticks butter (8 oz.)
4 oz. un-sweetened chocolate
1 tsp. vanilla
2 Cups sugar
3 eggs
1 Cup flour (5 oz.)
1 Cup mini-chocolate chips (6oz)
2 Cups walnut pieces (8 oz.)
GANACHE
8 oz. good quality semi-sweet chocolate, like Lindt or Valrhona
6 Tblsp. butter
3/4 Cup heavy cream
4 Tblsp. kirsch or other liqueur, (optional-add 4 TBS more cream if omitting kirsch)

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For brownies:
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Melt one stick of butter with un-sweetened chocolate. Cool.
3
Add vanilla. Set aside.
4
Cream remaining stick of butter with sugar.
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Add eggs, one at a time.
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Add chocolate mixture.
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Add flour, just until incorporated.
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Stir in mini-chocolate chips and walnuts.
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Bake in foil-lined, un-greased 9X13 pan @ 350 degrees
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for 40-45 minutes.
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Meanwhile, make ganache:
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Melt chocolate with butter.
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Stir in heavy cream.
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(Add liqueur)
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When cool, cover with glaze.
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Let ganache cool and either cut into 32 squares and enjoy at room temperature or place in fridge for a couple of hours and enjoy chilled. They are FABULOUS either way!!!!

3723

kcal

Calories

309

Fat

220

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BROWNIES, 2 sticks butter (8 oz.), 4 oz. un-sweetened chocolate, 1 tsp. vanilla, and more.

Yes, Maureen'S Fabulous Brownies With Ganache falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Maureen'S Fabulous Brownies With Ganache

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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