Decadent Brownie Ice Cream Cups with Vanilla Sauce

Discover the luxurious pleasure of combining rich chocolate, creamy ice cream, and succulent fruits with these Decadent Brownie Ice Cream Cups. The perfect fusion of textures and tastes, they’re an elegant treat sure to impress.

Yields: 8 servings

Brownie Cups Ingredients:

• 3.5 oz of bittersweet chocolate, melted
• 2.6 oz of unsalted butter
• 3.5 oz of soft brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp of natural vanilla essence
• 1.7 oz of plain flour
• 2 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder
• A dash of salt

For the Vanilla Sauce:

• 1 cup of milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 2.1 oz of granulated sugar
• 1 tsp of pure vanilla extract

Toppings:

• Your choice of ice cream (classic vanilla, rich chocolate, berry strawberry, etc.)
• Selection of fresh berries (like raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries)

Directions:

1. Brownie Cups:
   • Melt the butter and chocolate together using a bain-marie technique. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
   • Stir in the brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
   • Gently fold in the flour, cocoa, and salt until just combined.
   • Prep muffin tins with a light greasing and a sprinkle of cocoa.
   • Spoon the mixture into the tins and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 12-15 minutes. The tops should be just set when done.
2. Vanilla Sauce:
   • Warm the milk in a pot until it’s steamy, but not boiling.
   • Whisk the egg yolks with sugar and vanilla until creamy.
   • Gradually incorporate the hot milk into the egg mixture, stirring continuously.
   • Pour the mix back into the pot and cook on a low heat, stirring, until it reaches a custard-like consistency. Allow it to cool.
3. Assembly:
   • Once the brownie cups are baked, press down the center of each to create a small well.
   • Drizzle the vanilla sauce into each well.
   • Top each cup with a scoop of your chosen ice cream.
   • Adorn with a medley of fresh berries.

Serve these Decadent Brownie Ice Cream Cups with Vanilla Sauce as a sumptuous dessert, blending warm, fudgy chocolate with cool, melting ice cream and the bright burst of berries. A treat for all senses! 🍫🍦🍓