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French Silk Brownies Recipe

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Decadent French Silk Brownies combine chewy fudge brownies with a rich, silky chocolate cream cheese topping and whipped cream for an indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 18.3 ounces chewy fudge brownie mix (including ingredients called for on the box: 2 eggs, 3 tablespoons water, ⅔ cup vegetable oil)

French Silk Layer

  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking bar, finely chopped
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed (one 8-ounce tub)

Topping and Garnish

  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed (one 8-ounce tub)
  • Semi-sweet chocolate bar shavings, for garnish
  • Chocolate sauce, for drizzle

Instructions

  1. Bake the Brownies: Preheat your oven and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix and bake the fudge brownie mix following the package instructions, adding the specified eggs, water, and oil. Bake until set, aiming for chewy, fudge-like brownies. Remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in the microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir, then continue melting in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Prepare French Silk Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature cream cheese with a handheld mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing on low until fully incorporated and smooth. Add vanilla extract and melted chocolate; beat on low speed until well combined and mixture becomes light and fluffy.
  4. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold one 8-ounce tub of thawed whipped topping into the chocolate-cream cheese mixture with a rubber spatula until no white streaks remain.
  5. Assemble the French Silk Layer: Using an offset spatula, spread the French silk mixture evenly over the cooled brownie base. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to allow the layer to firm up.
  6. Add Final Topping: Spread the remaining 8-ounce tub of whipped topping evenly over the chilled French silk layer using an offset spatula.
  7. Garnish: Optionally, decorate with semi-sweet chocolate shavings and drizzle chocolate sauce over the top or individual servings for presentation.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese, butter, and whipped topping are all at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • Follow package directions specific to your brownie mix brand; amounts of eggs, oil, and water may vary.
  • Use a glass baking dish may require slightly longer baking time.
  • Check oven temperatures regularly and monitor brownies to prevent overbaking; brownies should be fudge-like.
  • If melting chocolate in the microwave, adjust time based on your microwave wattage (recipe used 1000 watts) to avoid burning.
  • To create decorative whipped topping on individual servings, use a piping bag with a large decorative tip.

Keywords: French silk brownies, fudge brownies, chocolate dessert, cream cheese frosting, whipped topping dessert

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