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

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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 Valentines Day Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

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 Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache

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!

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Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
55 mins
 
Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache - my favorite brownie base, topped with easy ganache and decorated Valentine's Day style!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brownies
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 705 kcal
Author: Anna
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
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
!to make the brownies:
  1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Line a 8"x8" baking pan with foil. Set aside.
  3. In a double boiler, melt together butter, sugars, cocoa powder and salt. Whisk together.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Add vanilla and stir.
  7. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  8. When your batter looks shiny, it's time to add flour. Add it all at once and beat until it disappears in the batter.
  9. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
  10. Bake 25 - 30 minutes.
  11. Cool completely before cutting.
!to make the ganache:
  1. Place chocolate in a small mixing bowl.
  2. 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 Facts
Fudge Brownies with Chocolate Ganache
Amount Per Serving
Calories 705 Calories from Fat 324
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36g 55%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 120mg 40%
Sodium 135mg 6%
Potassium 375mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 79g 26%
Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
Sugars 60g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin A 16.6%
Calcium 5.9%
Iron 22.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  6. Anna says

    February 8, 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!

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  19. Nadine in NC says

    February 4, 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

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  23. Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says

    February 3, 2014 at 6:28 pm

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

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  29. Gintare @Gourmantine says

    February 3, 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 😉

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  30. Karen says

    February 3, 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

  35. Erin Ellis says

    February 3, 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

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  53. Auntiepatch says

    February 2, 2014 at 9:45 pm

    The Hershey site was having problems but my favorite Hershey treat is:
    HERSHEY’S BLISS BRAND RICH & CREAMY DARK CHOCOLATE

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  60. Emily @ Life on Food says

    February 2, 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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