Description
These White Chocolate Spiderweb Brownies combine rich dark chocolate brownies with an elegant white chocolate spiderweb design on top, perfect for a festive or stylish dessert. The classic fudgy texture of the brownies contrasts beautifully with the sweet decorative white chocolate, creating a visually stunning and delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Decoration
- 2 oz white chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt the Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the unsalted butter and chopped dark chocolate together until smooth and fully combined. Let this mixture cool slightly before proceeding.
- Prepare the Batter: Whisk the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and butter mixture until well blended. In a separate bowl, combine the cocoa powder and salt, then gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the prepared batter into the greased and lined baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Create the Spiderweb Design: Melt the white chocolate using a microwave or double boiler until smooth and fluid. Transfer the melted white chocolate into a small piping bag or a zip-top plastic bag with a tiny corner snipped off for precise piping. Pipe concentric circles over the cooled brownies to create a base for the spiderweb pattern.
- Draw the Spiderweb: Using a toothpick or a fine-tipped tool, carefully draw lines from the center of the piped circles outward to the edges of the brownies. This technique drags the white chocolate, forming a spiderweb effect across the surface.
- Chill and Serve: Place the decorated brownies in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the white chocolate design to set firmly. Then, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang, cut into 16 equal squares, and serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smoother texture in the brownies and decoration.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before decorating to prevent the white chocolate from melting or seeping into the surface.
- The spiderweb design can be customized with different colored chocolates or food coloring for a variety of festive looks.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a fudgier brownie, reduce baking time slightly; for a cakier texture, bake a few minutes longer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
