Cosmic Brownies

Cosmic Brownies- By Handle The Heat

Here they are! This are a copycat recipe for a childhood chocolaty favorite!

Process-

These didn’t take very long to make! I didn’t prep my ingredients so it took me a little longer then it should have taken. There is so much chocolate in these things. The batter was almost black. It was also very sticky and difficult to spread. I used an offset spatula and sprayed Pam on it- it made the batter easier to spread.

Taste-

If you like chocolate… these are the brownies for you. They are dense, chewy, fudgy, and CHOCOLATEY. I added some instant espresso to the recipe to give it a little oomph. It sure did give it a pop! There is a slight bitter flavor from the espresso and from the cocoa powder. I don’t mind it ;) To be honest, these are so rich the you only need half of what is above and you NEED a glass of milk. You can’t skip the milk.

I’m sad- the sprinkles cracked on their way here. They came from Canada so I guess it was expected. They don’t look as polished as I would like, but still cute.

Random Thoughts-

The cafe was behind on prep because many of their workers had to be evacuated because of the fires. I destemmed strawberries for 4 hours and loved it. The cafe also cans preserves and makes shrub. I just learned what shrub was… “In drink terms, a shrub is a concentrated syrup that combines fruit, sugar, and vinegar. The result is a sweet, acidic mixer that can be enjoyed on its own or used in a variety of mixed drinks. Quite often, herbs and spices are also used to created interesting flavor combinations.” I googled it. After volunteering, they gave me a peach lavender shrub! I’m going to style a drink with it! I’m so excited. 

I have four recipes in the works for the next three days- I want to make a plum slab pie, fruit custard tart, a shrub drink, and pop parts. It’s a lot, but I think I can get it done. 

I went to the club yesterday- the pot club- Big Sur Cannabis in Carmel. It’s so fancy. They have a diffuser going when you walk in and a lounge area with leather couches and seats. I always buy edibles. I use them to help me sleep. If this is a problem for anyone- sorry it’s legal. Anyways, I bought some peach gummies, chocolate covered blueberries and pineapple mints. I was introduced to the pineapple mints by a friend. The mints are only 2.5, so you can dose yourself and not freak out. They are amazing! If you have been wanting to try edibles but scared try these first. Take one and see what happens. Worst case you fall asleep, maybe…

2nd favorite gif of all time

I hit my 100th ride! I officially belong to the Peloton Century club. It’s sort ridiculous, but I love it. People buy balloons and bake cakes for their 100th ride. I didn’t realize it was my 100th. Maybe I should have celebrated it? I am on a roll though. I’ve worked out 6 days a week this whole month!

I went the the Antique mall again with my friend Erica. We found Garbage Pail Kids Cards!! I forgot how gross and disgusting the cards are…I need more of them. The cards were in such great condition! Here is one: What do you think?

-JLM