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French Silk Brownies

These French Silk Brownies have a thin brownie layer, a mousse-like texture, and the perfect balance of chocolate and cream.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Chill Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brownies, chocolate, Cool Whip
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 507kcal
Author: Jess Jankowski
Cost: $11.87

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • handheld mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Liquid measuring cup
  • rubber scraper

Ingredients

FOR THE BROWNIES:

  • 18 oz box Ghirardelli Double Chocolate brownie mix
  • ¼ cup water
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips

FOR THE CHOCOLATE FILLING:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 16 oz container Cool Whip divided
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
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Instructions

PREP OVEN AND PAN:

  • Preheat the oven according to brownie box instructions.
  • Grease a 9x13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.

MAKE BROWNIES:

  • Prepare the brownie batter according to the box instructions.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Set the brownies aside to fully cool.

MAKE CHOCOLATE FILLING:

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, confectioners sugar, cocoa powder, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Fold in half of the Cool Whip.

ASSEMBLE:

  • Spread the chocolate filling evenly over the top of the cooled brownie layer.
  • Spread the remaining Cool Whip across the top of the chocolate filling layer.

CHILL:

  • Place the brownies in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.

TO FINISH:

  • When ready to serve, sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top.
  • Slice and serve.

Notes

These brownies can be prepared the night before.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 507kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 462IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 2mg