Elegant, fudgy brownie petit fours with rich chocolate glaze and optional fillings. Perfect for parties, gifts, or upscale dessert trays.
Brownie Base:
1 cup unsalted butter
6 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
½ tsp salt
Ganache Glaze:
½ cup heavy cream
6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
Optional Filling:
Raspberry or cherry preserves
Hazelnut spread
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9×13 pan with parchment.
Melt butter and chocolate. Cool slightly.
Whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Stir in chocolate mixture.
Sift in flour, cocoa, and salt. Fold gently.
Pour into pan and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool, then chill.
Cut into 1-inch squares. Slice and fill, if desired.
Make ganache: pour hot cream over chocolate, stir until smooth.
Glaze brownies on a wire rack. Decorate and chill to set.
Store in fridge up to 5 days. Freeze unglazed squares for up to 1 month. Decorate with gold flakes or sprinkles for events.