Steps to Make Cosmic Brownies 🌌🍫

Step 1: Gather the Ingredients 🛒🧁

• - Prepare the following ingredients: melted butter, vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, whole eggs, egg yolk, corn syrup, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, flour, and salt.

Step 2: Prepare the Baking Pan 🔥🍮

• - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• - Grease an 8 x 8-inch baking pan and sprinkle with flour, coating the bottom and sides. Remove excess flour.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients 🥄🍯

• - In a large bowl, combine melted butter, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and white sugar.
• - Stir until well mixed.

Step 4: Add the Eggs and Flavorings 🥚🍬

• - Add whole eggs, egg yolk, corn syrup, and vanilla extract to the mixture.
• - Whisk for about 5 minutes until sugar is dissolved and mixture becomes creamy.

Step 5: Combine the Dry Ingredients 🍫🍞

• - In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder, flour, and a pinch of salt.

Step 6: Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients 🥣🍴

• - Pour the dry mixture into the wet mixture.
• - Gently stir until well combined, without any dry streaks.

Step 7: Transfer the Batter 🍰🍫

• - Carefully pour the brownie batter into the greased baking pan.
• - Use a butter knife or spatula to spread the batter evenly.

Step 8: Bake the Brownies 🕒🔥

• - Place the pan in the preheated oven.
• - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the top is shiny and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.

Step 9: Let the Brownies Cool 🍃❄️

• - Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.

Step 10: Final Cooling and Serving 🍽️🎉

• - Place a wire rack on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• - Gently loosen the brownies from the pan's edges using a spatula.
• - Flip the pan onto the wire rack to release the brownies.
• - Let them cool completely for around 45 minutes before cutting and enjoying your homemade cosmic brownies! 🌟🍽️

Make the Ganache and Garnish 🍬🍫

Step 1: Gather the Ingredients 🛒🍶

• - Ensure you have these ingredients ready: cream, corn syrup, vanilla extract, salt, chocolate chips, and rainbow-coated candy bits.

Step 2: Heat the Cream and Mix Ingredients 🌡️🥄

• - Take a microwave-proof medium-sized bowl and place the cream in it.
• - Microwave the bowl for around 30 seconds.
• - Add corn syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the cream. Stir gently to combine.

Step 3: Add Chocolate Chips and Stir 🍫🥄

• - Add chocolate chips to the bowl with the cream mixture.
• - Allow them to sit for about 1 minute.
• - Stir the mixture to ensure the chocolate chips are fully incorporated.

Step 4: Melt the Chocolate Mixture 🔥🍯

• - Microwave the mixture in short 15 to 20-second bursts, stirring in between.
• - Continue until the chocolate chips are completely melted, resulting in a smooth ganache. Be cautious not to overheat.

Step 5: Spread Ganache on the Brownies 🍫🎂

• - Carefully pour the melted ganache over the brownies.
• - Use an offset spatula or butter knife to spread the ganache evenly over the brownies.

Step 6: Add Rainbow-Coated Candy Bits and Refrigerate 🌈🍬

• - Sprinkle rainbow-coated candy bits over the ganache layer.
• - Cover the brownies and place them in the refrigerator to set the ganache.

Step 7: Slice and Enjoy 🍰🍽️

• - Once the ganache is set, remove the brownies from the refrigerator.
• - Use a sharp knife to slice the brownies into 16 pieces.
• - The candy bits on the ganache will add color and crunch.
• - Serve and savor these delightful garnished cosmic brownies – a perfect blend of fudgy, creamy, and colorful goodness! 🌈🍬🍫