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Brownie Petit Fours

Decadent Brownie Petit Fours with Silky Ganache Delight

Indulge in Brownie Petit Fours, luscious bite-sized delights topped with silky ganache, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 4 ounces Semisweet Chocolate, chopped Substitute with milk chocolate for a sweeter profile.
  • ¾ cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's softened for smoother melting.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Could replace with an equal amount of brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Can be substituted with dark brown sugar for more depth.
  • 3 large Eggs Avoid substitutes without adjusting texture.
  • teaspoons Vanilla Extract Can use vanilla bean paste for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • ¾ cup Cocoa Powder Ensure it’s unsweetened for best results.
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt Can reduce slightly for lower sodium.
For the Ganache
  • ¾ cup Heavy Whipping Cream No substitutes recommended for optimal results.
  • Fleur de Sel Can be omitted if preferred.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • heatproof bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 4 ounces of chopped semisweet chocolate with ¾ cup of unsalted butter over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
  3. Stir in ¾ cup of granulated sugar and ½ cup of light brown sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each, then mix in 1½ teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup of cocoa powder, and ¾ teaspoon of salt. Fold this into the wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Heat ¾ cup of heavy whipping cream until it simmers. Pour over 4 ounces of chopped chocolate and let sit before stirring until smooth.
  7. Once cooled, cut the brownies into small squares, dip in ganache, and sprinkle with fleur de sel.
  8. Let ganache set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting for neat petit fours. Use a sharp knife for clean edges and let ganache cool slightly for a thicker coating.

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