I am, in general, a rather happy child. Life chugs along, brings its ups and downs and most always, I can see the silver lining, even if faint.. But, there do come, once in a while, some downer days... Without a warning and sometimes expected, the dark cloud looms over and refuses to budge..
Then my Knight-in-Shining-Armour has to trek all the way from whichever part of the world he is in and come make me smile. He always does.. never-failingly.. :) He is dependable, that way.. actually every way :))
Anyway, I had a bout recently... the clouds came and nested.. laid chicks and built an army of not-feeling-good-ness. So, KiSM came poo-poo-ed the clouds and sent them running elsewhere.
The sun peeked again over a largely cloudy sky.. but hey! atleast there was a bit of shine and all. Pleasure in little things, one must take... Knight went back where he came from and I was by myself again. It was ok, I was feeling kinda sunny again...
Then I made this brownie. It makes me happy! without fail. I am not a chocolate person but I love my brownies.. especially when the sun is shy and rain abounds. This one melts, is gooey and full of butter.. all good things to tuck into when you feel not all chirpy and fun... I don't even wait for it cool completely. I sit with the whole bowl .. scoop .. eat .. feel better...
I am smiling again... much to say there.. I want another scoop.. going to get one.. Hope you are having a good Wednesday...
Double Chocolate Pudding Brownie ©
(Original FSK recipe)
5 T butter
1/3 cup + 1 T sugar
1/6 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/6 cup milk chocolate chips
1 egg
1/3 cup flour
3 T almond meal
1/2 tsp cinnamon
pinch of salt
1/8 tsp baking powder
2 T dry coconut for sprinkling
Over a double boiler melt together the butter, sugar, salt, cocoa and chocolate until the butter has melted and it's a thick mixture. Remove from heat and whisk in the egg quickly. Add the almond meal, flour, baking powder and mix completely.
Pour the batter into a greased 5 inch square dish. Sprinkle the coconut over the batter. Bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes. The center will still be gooey and jiggle a bit but will not be runny. Remove to cool on rack for as long as you can hold yourself.
5 T butter
1/3 cup + 1 T sugar
1/6 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/6 cup milk chocolate chips
1 egg
1/3 cup flour
3 T almond meal
1/2 tsp cinnamon
pinch of salt
1/8 tsp baking powder
2 T dry coconut for sprinkling
Over a double boiler melt together the butter, sugar, salt, cocoa and chocolate until the butter has melted and it's a thick mixture. Remove from heat and whisk in the egg quickly. Add the almond meal, flour, baking powder and mix completely.
Pour the batter into a greased 5 inch square dish. Sprinkle the coconut over the batter. Bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes. The center will still be gooey and jiggle a bit but will not be runny. Remove to cool on rack for as long as you can hold yourself.
gorgeous pictures! I want these happy brownies and oh, you make me laugh. Poo poo those clouds for sure!
ReplyDeleteHope the sun shines even brighter for you today. Fantastic brownie. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteNothing like an chocolate treat to driveaway the blues.Yummy brownies to cheer up anyone.
ReplyDeleteSometimes chocolate really is the only thing to make you feel better. This looks like it could work miracles, it's that delicious.
ReplyDeleteI think anything baked in that pretty yellow dish would cheer your up! But baking gooey brownies in it, now that would definitely make me happy!
ReplyDeleteMan, if there's ever a food that is a shot-in-the-arm of happiness it is a chocolate brownie - these look soooooo good it hurts just looking at them
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing like the healing powers of chocolate. This looks seriously good!
ReplyDeleteChocolate is the cure for me and for some people I know.
ReplyDeleteoh asha - this makes me happy too! i want some please!
ReplyDeleteMan I could do with a bowl or two of that right now. With cold ice cream. Looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteNice post... and these brownies would make anyone happy... i think i need a side of happy tonight!
ReplyDeleteoh my... so moist and gooey, I think this is one the most delicious looking brownies I've seen in a loooooong time!
ReplyDeleteSo perfectly chocolatey! Yum!
ReplyDeletethat is an awesome brownie!
ReplyDeleteah! i knew this story ended with chocolate :)
ReplyDeleteHi Asha, I think once in awhile we all feel that way but the good thing is that you have loved ones that help you get through the rough times. And of course you also have those gorgeous brownies!
ReplyDeletejust looking at it makes ME happy :)
ReplyDeleteIsnt chocolate just amazing?? It always takes the tears away and makes me smile. I love how you can eat this chocolate brownie with a spoon. Aww the best things in life are the simplest. Great recipe Asha. yummm
ReplyDeleteI love chocolate and can live on brownies! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, chocolate can drive my blues away (mostly). This brownie of yours looks like its guaranteed to!
This is just what I need right now.... Promise I will be happy again?? :-))
ReplyDeleteSawadee from Bangkok,
Kris
Oh yes! I've had days when I needed my own knight! Wish I'd had these brownies around ... can see how they'd do the trick :)
ReplyDeleteAsha, I hope you are still in good spirits! There is nothing like sweet gooey chocolate to wash away all those icky feelings.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that you're feeling happier - that brownie pudding would lift my spirits too! :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness did you just say DOUBLE chocolate brownie?! This looks gorgeous. Love the new site too Asha!! :)
ReplyDeleteyum, such a beautiful, rich color - it looks so sweet and creamy! love it!
ReplyDeleteThese brownies sound like the perfect antidote to any bad day... and the perfect way to top off a great day too! I'm a huge chocolate fan and one of my most favorite ways of indulging in chocolate is in brownie form. With a little bit of coconut on top and a whole lot of chocolate, this sounds like a must-bake recipe to me! Thanks for sharing!
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