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Chocolate Pumpkin Patch Brownie Cake

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling and Decorating Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 16

Equipment

  • a 9x13-inch baking dish
  • parchment paper
  • a wire rack

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Brownie Cake:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 medium eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Chocolate Ganache Frosting:

  • 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Pumpkin Patch Decoration:

  • 12-15 fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup orange candy melts
  • Fresh mint or basil sprigs optional to resemble vines

Instructions
 

Chocolate Brownie Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy lifting later. Lightly grease the parchment.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, take it off the heat and stir in the sugar until well combined.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly.Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Place the pan on a wire rack and let the brownies cool completely before frosting.

Chocolate Ganache Frosting

  • In a small saucepan, warm the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Avoid boiling.
  • Place the chopped chocolate in a heat-safe bowl and pour the hot cream over it. Let sit for 2 minutes.
  • Gently stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  • Add the butter and continue stirring until the ganache is shiny and silky. Set aside to cool slightly.

Pumpkin Patch Decorations

  • Wash the strawberries thoroughly and pat them completely dry. Line a tray with parchment paper.
  • Melt the orange candy melts using a double boiler or according to the package instructions.
  • Holding each strawberry by the stem, dip it into the melted candy to fully coat. Set the coated strawberries on the parchment-lined tray to harden.
  • Once the brownie cake is cool, lift it out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Spread the ganache evenly across the surface.
  • Top each brownie square with an orange-dipped strawberry, pressing down gently to secure.
  • Decorate with fresh mint leaves around the strawberries to create a pumpkin patch look. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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Keyword Halloween, Pumpkin
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