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    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

    Published: Feb 2, 2014 · Modified: Sep 5, 2019 by Anna 36 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache - my favorite brownie base, topped with easy ganache and decorated Valentine's Day style!

    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

    It's February!!! Yay! Can I get a high five for that! I am excited that it's February for two reasons: it should be the last cold month for us, here in Kansas and... it's a month filled with chocolate treats! We are celebrating love with chocolate - that's definitely something to be happy about.

    Brownies for Valentine's Day

    When you are thinking chocolate, brownies definitely come to mind. Fudge brownies at that. How about we top them with a ganache and Hershey’s® chocolate hearts? Add some pink sprinkles just for fun!

    I used my favorite brownie base, made with Hershey’s® cocoa powder, that always comes out super fudgy. This recipe has yet to fail me. It's very easy to make, one bowl and a whisk is all you need.

    I made a very simple ganache and poured it over the top. It made for a perfect base for the sprinkles and chocolate hearts. I used Hershey’s® Special Dark chocolate, one of my serious weaknesses. I have several bars of it in my pantry.

    I always look forward to buying a few bags of Hershey’s® chocolate hearts when Valentine's Day rolls around. They are perfect for those moments when a chocolate craving hits me or as a toppers for my treats!

     

    V-Day Brownies

    I was just going to slice the brownies into squares as usual. But then I saw my new heart cookie cutter and decided to make a special heart brownie for my Hubby. 🙂 I love the chocolate hearts set in the ganache!

    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

    Author: Anna
    Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache - my favorite brownie base, topped with easy ganache and decorated Valentine's Day style!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 705 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    !for the brownies:

    • 10 Tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 c granulated sugar
    • 1/4 c packed dark brown sugar
    • 3/4 c + 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (I used Hershey's)
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1/2 c all-purpose flour

    !for the ganache:

    • 6 oz . semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks (I used Hershey's Special Dark)
    • 1/4 c + 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
    • 1 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
    • 1 1/2 Tbsp corn syrup

    !additional:

    • 9 Hershey's Chocolate Hearts
    • sprinkles

    Instructions
     

    !to make the brownies:

    • Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
    • Line a 8"x8" baking pan with foil. Set aside.
    • In a double boiler, melt together butter, sugars, cocoa powder and salt. Whisk together.
    • When all the butter has melted and everything is mixed together, remove the bowl from the heat and set aside to cool. It should be warm but not hot or it will scramble the eggs.
    • At this point, I poured the cocoa mixture into my stand mixer bowl and turned it on 2. Mix for 2 minutes. You can use whisk or wooden spoon.
    • Add vanilla and stir.
    • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    • When your batter looks shiny, it's time to add flour. Add it all at once and beat until it disappears in the batter.
    • Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
    • Bake 25 - 30 minutes.
    • Cool completely before cutting.

    !to make the ganache:

    • Place chocolate in a small mixing bowl.
    • Bring the cream, sugar and corn syrup to boil. Pour over chocolate. Do not stir. Let sit for at least 5 minutes. Stir until smooth. Pour over brownies. Let set for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with sprinkles. Arrange the chocolate hearts. Chill the brownies in the fridge until set, about 1 hour.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 705kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 830IU | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 4.1mg
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    1. sandy says

      February 09, 2014 at 12:19 am

      5 stars
      Love dark chocolate, fudge brownies are my favorite treat.

      Reply
    2. Anna says

      February 08, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      These look awesome. I can never find a really good brownie recipe....the box mix always turns out better for me 🙁 But these...these...THESE....look wonderful and I will try them! Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Joslyn says

      February 06, 2014 at 8:29 pm

      These brownies look delicious! My favorite Hershey's bar would have to be the Hershey's air delight!

      Reply
    4. Kasey says

      February 06, 2014 at 12:44 pm

      The Hershey's pot of gold Truffles Collection Milk and Dark Chocolate Heart Box is my favorite.

      Reply
    5. Mandi says

      February 05, 2014 at 8:52 pm

      Can't go wrong with Hershey Kisses wrapped in Valentine's colored foil.

      Reply
    6. Molly says

      February 05, 2014 at 6:23 pm

      wow! The brownies look awesome! Seem extra gooey, moist, and tasty!

      Reply
    7. Julie says

      February 04, 2014 at 12:53 pm

      I like the hershey kisses thanks for the giveaway

      Reply
    8. Linda White says

      February 04, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      Always have loved the big foil wrapped Hershey Kiss in a box!

      Reply
    9. Nadine in NC says

      February 04, 2014 at 9:45 am

      I didn't have to visit the Hershey's site to find my favorite product; it's Hershey's Bliss Dark Chocolate! I'm glad I did visit though because the paper kiss filled with Kisses is a great idea for someone I want to bless this Valentine's Day

      Reply
    10. Linda K. says

      February 04, 2014 at 8:45 am

      I still love the Hershey's Special Dark chocolate.

      Reply
    11. Kristin says

      February 04, 2014 at 8:34 am

      Hershey's Bliss in Special Dark Chocolate is my favorite weakness. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Julie Lee says

      February 04, 2014 at 7:53 am

      Love the hershey kiss containers! A cute way to deliver the gift!

      Reply
    13. Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says

      February 03, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      So pretty, Anna! The cuteness for V-Day has definitely begun! Thanks for sharing, my friend. Pinning!

      Reply
    14. Gintare @Gourmantine says

      February 03, 2014 at 1:56 pm

      These are beautiful and so indulging! I'd be very exited if February was the last cold month too, but alas, last year we head snow in March... Hope this year will be different 😉

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        February 03, 2014 at 2:46 pm

        Thank you so much, Gintare!

        Reply
    15. Karen says

      February 03, 2014 at 1:54 pm

      I love that you used a heart cookie cutter to make a special brownie for your Hubby 🙂 Very cute! Also, I'm pregnant and love anything involving chocolate right now. Seriously, I'm not picky... ANYTHING!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        February 03, 2014 at 2:43 pm

        Yay for chocolate cravings during pregnancy! Thanks, Karen!

        Reply
    16. Kelly Harrington says

      February 03, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Hershy just SAYS chocolate!!

      Reply
    17. Colette says

      February 03, 2014 at 12:46 pm

      Chocolate on top of chocolate on top of chocolate with dainty li'l shprinkles.
      That is love!

      Reply
    18. Lauren says

      February 03, 2014 at 11:29 am

      I know it's not chocolate, but the Twizzlers heart shaped nibs are so cute! I've never seen them before.

      Reply
    19. Erin Ellis says

      February 03, 2014 at 10:59 am

      I love their chocolate hearts, but when I saw the Chocolate Cherry Squares I had to print it out right away! Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
      Erin
      fairyfractal at gmail dot com

      Reply
    20. Jessica says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:53 am

      Love that thick layer of ganache!

      Reply
    21. Cassie says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:41 am

      I did all of them 🙂

      Reply
    22. Cassie says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:35 am

      I like the Date Night basket

      Reply
    23. Melanie @ Carmel Moments says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:23 am

      My favorite has to be straight up Hershey Kisses. The good. The original.

      Reply
    24. Melanie @ Carmel Moments says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:22 am

      Oh, my! I just want to eat one of them now. For breakfast. That would totally be OK right? 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        February 03, 2014 at 2:42 pm

        It's always okay in my book! 🙂 Thanks, Melanie!

        Reply
    25. rachel says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:11 am

      I like Hershey's Pot of Gold with dark chocolate.HERSHEY’S POT OF GOLD Premium Collection Heart Box

      Reply
    26. Jill Stokes Hartley says

      February 03, 2014 at 9:10 am

      I love the family basket! How fun!

      Reply
    27. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

      February 03, 2014 at 7:18 am

      Anna, these are adorable. They look so dang fudgy. Yum!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        February 03, 2014 at 2:42 pm

        Thanks, Jennie and thanks for the pin!

        Reply
    28. Curry and Comfort says

      February 03, 2014 at 5:49 am

      Who doesn't love Hershey's! I love fudge brownies too... very fun recipe. 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        February 03, 2014 at 2:42 pm

        Thanks, Ramona!

        Reply
    29. theresa krier says

      February 02, 2014 at 8:11 pm

      i love the date night gift basket & the caramel roses. thanks, what a sweet giveaway

      Reply
    30. karen says

      February 02, 2014 at 7:55 pm

      I like the chocolate heart assortment

      Reply
    31. Emily @ Life on Food says

      February 02, 2014 at 7:05 pm

      I love the assorted chocolate hearts. I love Hershey's chocolate but it is so fun to have them heart shaped.

      Reply

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