Create easy elegance with boxed brownies & homemade ganache topped with our new edible flower packs! We think everyone deserves a little beauty in their lives. And what’s prettier than a fudgy brownie topped with edible flowers?
Easy Elegance with Boxed Brownies & Homemade Ganache
Why Boxed Brownies? Really?
Sometimes, you just need a little shortcut. Boxed brownie mixes are really good and they provide a reliable base that’s quick and easy. This frees up your time to focus on the fun part: the ganache and the floral embellishments! Think of it as a blank canvas for your creativity. When I want to make brownies from scratch, I make these Zucchini Brownies.
I do like to dress up my boxed brownies a bit. Totally optional, A traditional box brownie mixes call for water, eggs and vegetable oil. I always replace the water with milk and vegetable oil for melted butter. It just adds more flavor and a more rich and fudgy texture to boxed brownies. This is totally optional, but recommended.
The Magic of Ganache
If you’ve never made homemade ganache before, you’re in for a treat. It sounds fancy, but it’s incredibly simple: just chocolate and cream, melted together into a velvety smooth, decadent delight. It adds a touch of richness and sophistication that elevates the humble brownie to a gourmet dessert. Plus, it provides the perfect “glue” for our edible flowers.
Our Edible Flowers: Nature’s Candy
Ready to transform a simple boxed brownie into a work of art? We carefully cultivate a variety of blooms that are as delicious as they are beautiful. Our flowers add a unique flavor dimension and a pop of color that will make your Blooming Brownies truly unforgettable.
Pressed Edible Flowers Packs For Cake Decorating
Ingredients:
- 1 box of your favorite brownie mix (plus ingredients called for on the box)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate, if you prefer)
- A selection of our Frolic and Fare organic edible flowers
- Optional: A pinch of sea salt
Equipment:
- 8×8 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- small saucepan
- Heat-safe bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
Instructions:
- Bake the Brownies: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions. I always replace the oil for butter on my boxed brownies. Line your 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Once baked, let the brownies cool completely on a cooling rack.
- Make the Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat. Watch it closely and bring it just to a simmer (tiny bubbles around the edges). Don’t let it boil. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate in the bowl. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- Assemble the Blooming Brownies:
- While it’s still warm, pour the ganache evenly over the top of the brownies.
- Now comes the fun part: Decorate your brownies with our edible flowers! Get creative with your designs – there’s no wrong way to do it!
- If desired, cut the brownies into squares before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: These Blooming Brownies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Tips for Success:
- Don’t Overbake: Overbaked brownies will be dry and crumbly. For fudgy brownies, slightly underbake them. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs.
- Use Good Quality Chocolate: The flavor of your ganache will only be as good as the chocolate you use. Opt for a high-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate for the best results.
Do you think you’ll give these brownies a try? I hope you love them! I can’t wait to try them with white chocolate and a large lotus flower I have pressed. Happy baking friend!
Blooming Edible Flower Brownies
Ingredients
Brownie Mix
- 1 18 oz box brownie mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk (78 ml) or water
- 1/2 cup butter, melted (113 grams) or vegetable oil
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 cup chocolate chips (200 grams)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream(8 oz, 236 ml)
Organic Edible Flowers
Instructions
Bake Brownies
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Line a 8×8 inch square pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Bake brownies according to manufacturer's instructions. Once brownies are baked and cooled, make chocolate ganache.
Make Ganache
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat. Watch it closely and bring it just to a simmer (tiny bubbles around the edges). Don’t let it boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate in the bowl. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
Assembly
- While the ganache is warm, pour it evenly over the top of the cooled brownies. Decorate your brownies with our edible flowers! Get creative with your design– there's no wrong way to do it!
- If desired, cut the brownies into squares before serving.