This Childhood Favorite is Simple to Make at Home: Cosmic Brownies

My completely from-scratch Cosmic Brownie Recipe tastes like the real thing (minus all the preservatives!) and are easy to make without a mixer!
Recipe: sugarspunrun.com/cosmic-brown...
Ingredients
12 Tablespoons butter cut into Tablespoon-sized pieces (170g)
¾ cup natural cocoa powder (75g)
1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
½ cup brown sugar (100g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
2 large eggs + 1 large egg yolk lightly beaten
1 ¼ cup all-purpose four (145g)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
Frosting
1 cup semisweet chips (175g)
½ cup milk chocolate chips (88g)
⅓ cup heavy cream (79ml)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 Tablespoons candy coated chips
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Instructions
00:00 Introduction
Prepare a 13×9 pan by lightly greasing and flouring, or line with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 350F.
00:07 Place butter in a large, microwave-safe bowl, and microwave until completely melted.
01:03 Stir in cocoa powder.
01:32 Add sugars, and stir well.
02:04 Add eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
03:04 Stir in vanilla extract. Set aside.
03:29 In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch (cornflour for UK), and salt.
04:03 Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet until completely combined.
04:25 Evenly spread into prepared pan and bake on 350F (177C) and bake for 16-18 minutes. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
05:52 Combine chocolate chips and heavy cream in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir well until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
08:06 Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt. Allow to cool 5-10 minutes before proceeding.
08:36 Evenly pour frosting over brownies, using a spatula to spread evenly.
09:23 Immediately sprinkle candy chips over top. Allow frosting to harden (about 1 hour) before cutting and eating (this can be sped up if you place the brownies in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes).
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[@WeepingWillow422]

Cosmic brownies were a favorite of mine. I remember as a kid I loved the Little Debbie brownies except I hated the chopped nuts on top. I would sit there and pick all of the nuts off and eat the brownie without them. When cosmic brownies came out, I was psyched because FINALLY the brownie part without the nuts. But now that I'm 34 and have an appreciation for nuts, I actually prefer it the other way around. Instead of brownies with the candy-coated chips, I now prefer my brownies with nuts. It's funny how that happens. I still like cosmic brownies, though.

[@SugarSpunRun]

They can be made into mini muffins. Bake on 375F (190C) (you will not change the temperature) until light golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, approximately 11-13 minutes. You will get at least 24 muffins. :)

[@lorajohnson5480]

I can't believe I found this recipe! Cosmic brownies are my 6 yr old granddaughter's absolute favorite! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. I can't wait to try it!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them! :)

[@susanhammitt7080]

I love the story about the treats your Dad left. Those things really are special. I have never had a cosmic brownie.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You should try the homemade version first. They are really good! :)

[@rookie8052]

Look no further folks, this is the perfect copycat recipe 😋❤️ everyone loved it and was so amazed by how similar (but homemade and delicious!) these were. Perfect consistency, amazing flavor.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed them! :)

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

Taking me back to my childhood! Love it!

[@karenbalkaranali4739]

Cool for summer!!!

[@maxduong4537]

I haven’t been watching your videos in quite a while because the weather has been nice out a lot that I have been getting outdoors a lot. I am taking advantage of this hot weather to be outdoors while trying to stay hydrated before those leaves change color & the air becomes more crisp & the days begin to get shorter.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you for coming back! I completely understand needing to be outside in the nice weather. Enjoy it while you can! :)

[@pclem4686]

Mm looks great and I'm glad you're always doing this

[@Holmer188]

I am so excited about making these. Thanks for sharing.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them! 😊

[@theraweggfiles]

I can't wait to make a low-carb version of these. So excited!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them! 😊

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

These cosmic brownies looks so good and it is brownies I love brownies and the sprinkles look colourful on brownies.

[@stephcake1112]

oh my gosh, I loved cosmic brownies as a kid!!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You will LOVE these then 🥰

[@heidid5275]

OmG!! Luke is a doll. Too cute, and a great sous chef!! My kids love cosmic brownies. I’ll be making these real soon. 👍👍😘

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I hope they love them! :)

[@LunaLumixx]

My 90’s kid heart is just so happy seeing this. Making them asap

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them! :)

[@mrsbrockgabby]

I’m so glad you addressed the “egg” pronunciation. I actually love the way you say it. I am Texan and I try to say it the way you do on every video, but no go! 😅 Luke is soooo cute! Good Partner in Crime with you. 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 Thank you! :)

[@lindapb6529]

Cute! And the Brownies look great

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@dhayabaran7]

Your recipes are the best!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@dianabradley8349]

I know everyone at work is going to love these 😊 I'm going to use mini m&m 's for the top if I can't find the other's thanks so much!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope everyone loves them!

[@Aroundteresaenjoy]

Great recipe, looks yummy, yummy and delicious 🥧🌻🦋

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! Enjoy! :)

[@arianemariano3807]

My daughters loved these! ❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yay! I'm so glad you hear it! :)

[@matthewwhittington-jk9ep]

Brownies are a childhood favorite

[@SugarSpunRun]

So true! 😋

[@emmausbaptist489]

Had fun making these with my grandkids yesterday. Very chocolatey! We used regular sprinkles on ours.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so happy to hear everyone enjoyed them! Baking with the grandkids can be some great memories. :)

[@louisewarren6472]

Boy you have a good helper!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sure do! :)

[@joycedwyer3799]

Luke is so cute.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@debradurso524]

Such a cutie pie 🥰 And the brownies look delicious! 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them!

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

It looks very tasty and I will be making these. I love baking brownies and making them gooey after cooked from the oven.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love these! :)

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

@@SugarSpunRun I will do

[@DiaDia18]

Very nice recipe Sam! They looks amazing! I never hear for these recipies! Have a nice day and good weekend! Have a good week! 👍👏🍫🍫🍫

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! :)

[@DiaDia18]

@@SugarSpunRun Thanks Sam! 🙂🙂🙂

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

They are Super super good Sam thank you so much bless to you nd your family hello Luke I'm proud of you helping Mom well done

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! :)

[@cjrun2422]

Love your videos! I always try to make some of my favs & they are always the best & get gone so fast at the house. 😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you like them! 🥰

[@anthonydolio8118]

Yum.

[@lacretiastarr]

Hahaha "what people" The cutest🤗

[@Amerisis1972]

Ok he is adorable!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@Michelle-Gx3jq]

Again, those look delish! Luke, you are too precious! What does the natural cocoa powder do as opposed to Dutch process? Thanks for the recipe🙃

[@SugarSpunRun]

The natural cocoa powder gives them a closer flavor to the ones bought in the store. The dutch cocoa will work, it just won't taste quite the same. :)

[@lindapb6529]

@@SugarSpunRun would it be weird to try black cocoa?

[@rukmanisamarasinghe569]

Wow so nice and yummy your baby boy is cute I love ❤️

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! :)

[@mayarose3037]

Hey Sam! Thank you for sharing this recipe, and your son is very cute. I was wondering whether I could make this recipe ahead of time and freeze it. My baby will be one next month, and I'm seeking recipes that can be prepared ahead of time and preserved until then. Thank you very much. Take care! 💕

[@SugarSpunRun]

I haven't tried freezing them personally, but I don't see any reason it wouldn't work. :)

[@mayarose3037]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you very much, Sam! ☺️

[@lukekao8136]

Have you ever made something call "creme brulee"? I had it once or twice at some random restaurant, it was delicious.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes! Here is my recipe kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXzUnXiajs6gb6s

[@damorocks93]

Luke is doing a good job on quality control. 😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 He's always watching out for me! 😂

[@marylucey5983]

these look good could you do other little debbies or hostess treat like the hostess snowballs or the little debbie vanilla snack cakes?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Ooooo great idea! :)

[@lukekao8136]

yummy :P~~~~ drools Teehee

[@SugarSpunRun]

😋

[@Dawn-MarieMiller]

👋🏼 Hi Luke!

[@lizm4557]

What is the reason for using natural cocoa instead of Dutch cocoa? I only have Dutch -- will that ruin them?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can use the dutch cocoa. They won't taste as close to the store brand, but they will still be good. :)

[@doratruenorthtribal6679]

Realizes I say ayges too! Tryst ehgze... oh the evolution! I need an egg but but buys a carton of ayges.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Glad I'm not alone 😅

[@40racquel]

Hi, I don't know if you've ever had one, but Bob's Big Boy had the best brownies. Do you think you could figure out how to make them. I had one when I was in my late teens and never forgot it. So far, any brownie I've ever had hasn't come close to it.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have actually never even hear of Bob's Big Boy so I'm not sure how I'd compare them. I do have several brownie recipes you could try out. :)

[@40racquel]

@@SugarSpunRun That;s too bad. It was and in someplaces, still is one of those feel good family restaurants. I wasn't trying to put any of your recipes down or anything, it was just one of those things that stays in your memory.

[@MrsMcFeely]

I think you pronounce "eggs" properly. That's how I pronounce it, too. 😁

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! Someone always complains, but what can you do?

[@mattiesearchfield6489]

*Promo SM*

[@Knightfaller]

She forgot the honey

[@John-xq4xb]

Here's a thought .... Take ur butter out 1 hour in advance.🙄🙄🙄🤔🤔

[@SugarSpunRun]

Before melting it?

[@anderson8601]

Luke looked a bit disappointed...That piece was not BIG enough!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 He would eat the whole pan if I let him!

[@anderson8601]

@@SugarSpunRun Absolutely don't blame him..Thought he might, when he started with the spatula!