Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
13 ounce

Semisweet chocolate

melted

0.25 cup

Unsalted butter

melted

8 ounce

Cream cheese

softened

1.75 cup

Sugar

3 unit

Eggs

2 tsp

Vanilla

1.5 cup

Flour

0.75 tsp

Baking powder

0.5 tsp

Salt

3 ounce

Cream cheese

softened

0.33 cup

Lemon juice

freshly squeezed

0.25 cup

Sugar

3 unit

Eggs

6 ounce

Semisweet chocolate

melted

0.66 cup

Whipping cream

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Melt 13 ounces semi-sweet chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave.

Step 3
~4 min

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, cream together 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 3/4 cups sugar, and eggs.

Step 5
~4 min

Beat until well mixed and smooth.

Step 6
~4 min

Add vanilla, flour, baking powder, and salt to the cream cheese mixture.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~4 min

Slowly incorporate the melted chocolate mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the brownie batter into a greased 9x12 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~4 min

In a separate bowl, beat 3 ounces cream cheese, lemon juice, and 1/4 cup sugar until creamy and smooth.

Step 10
~4 min

Continue beating while adding eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated.

Step 11
~4 min

Pour the lemon mousse mixture evenly over the brownie batter in the pan.

Step 12
~4 min

Place 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate and whipping cream in a double boiler or microwave.

Step 13
~4 min

Heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth.

Step 14
~4 min

Stir the ganache until well combined.

Key Technique: Ganache
Step 15
~4 min

Drizzle the melted chocolate ganache over the lemon mousse layer.

Key Technique: Ganache
Step 16
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Step 17
~4 min

Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Step 18
~4 min

Chill in the refrigerator before cutting into squares and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense lemon flavor, add lemon zest to the mousse.

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

Let the brownies cool completely before cutting to prevent them from crumbling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High (Chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Pairs well with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common dessert in American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Birthday
Holiday
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100