death by chocolate 3 layer brownies

Name: Death by Chocolate 3 Layer Brownies
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box(es) dark chocolate brownie mix 18 to 20 oz; 1 cup(s) semi-sweet mini chocloate chips; MIDDLE LAYER; 12 tablespoon(s) unsalted butter, room temperature (1 & 1/2 cubes); 3 cup(s) powdered sugar; 1/2 cup(s) heavy whipping cream; 3 tablespoon(s) dark chocolate instant pudding mix; 2 tablespoon(s) cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract; GANACHE TOP LAYER; 1 cup(s) heavy whipping cream; 12 ounce(s) bag of chocolate chips (2 cups); 2 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract

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A platter of Death By Chocolate 3 Layer Brownies.

review

a recipe by

Susan Bartley

@skbartley

Beaverton, OR

I find everyone is up for chocolate. I have tried making the middle layer with different flavors of instant pudding, but chocolate always the favorite, and what better way to go than death by chocolate!

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Whoa... this is a chocolate lover's dream dessert recipe! The base is a tender, gooey brownie full of extra chocolate. The center layer has a creamy, almost mousse-like, texture. Then, they're topped with a fudgy chocolate ganache that sends these over the top. Have a glass of milk handy to wash 'em down. They're rich and fantastic!

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew

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serves makes about 3 dozen brownies

prep time 1 Hr

cook time 30 Min

method Bake

Ingredients For death by chocolate 3 layer brownies

1 box

dark chocolate brownie mix 18 to 20 oz
1 c

semi-sweet mini chocloate chips
MIDDLE LAYER
12 Tbsp

unsalted butter, room temperature (1 & 1/2 cubes)
3 c

powdered sugar
1/2 c

heavy whipping cream
3 Tbsp

dark chocolate instant pudding mix
2 Tbsp

cocoa powder
1 tsp

pure vanilla extract
GANACHE TOP LAYER
1 c

heavy whipping cream
12 oz

bag of chocolate chips (2 cups)
2 tsp

pure vanilla extract

How To Make death by chocolate 3 layer brownies

1
Preheat oven to 350. Butter 9"x13" pan, I use a 10"x10" pan if you have one it works great.

2
Mix brownie according to package directions. Then fold in mini chocolate chips.
3
Bake according to package directions. Once baked cool completely.
4
Middle Layer: In mixing bowl combine butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, pudding mix, and cocoa powder. Beat with whip beater till light and creamy.
5
Spread evenly on the cooled brownie and place in fridge while you make the top layer.
6
Top Ganache Layer: Place chocolate chips in a glass bowl and set aside.
7
In a small saucepan bring heavy cream to a boil. Pour cream over the chocolate chips.
8
Cover the bowl and let sit for 10 minutes.
9
Then using a wire whisk, whip together the chocolate and cream till smooth and creamy, it will have a satiny looking finish. Whisk in vanilla extract.
10
Then pour over the top of the brownie spread to smooth. Return the brownies to the fridge and chill at least 2 hours before cutting and serving.
11
Cut brownies into 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" square pieces and serve. They are quite rich so smaller pieces are better. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Remove from the fridge at least a half-hour before serving. Break out the coffee and enjoy them together!
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