Zodiac Academy & Cosmic Galaxy Brownies
Okay, confession time: I did not like Zodiac Academy when I first started it.
It felt messy, chaotic, and… kind of ridiculous.
Then one day I stopped trying to take it so seriously and let myself just enjoy the drama. And wow—suddenly I was living for every ridiculous plot twist, every over-the-top insult, every scene where someone was probably seconds away from being murdered or kissed (sometimes both).
If you’re diving into ZA, you need to know this: it’s not a “sip tea politely” book. It’s a “grab a snack, buckle up, and yell at fictional characters in your head” kind of book.
Which is exactly why it needs a dessert that’s loud, extra, and a little chaotic in the best way: Cosmic Galaxy Brownies.
These are rich, fudgy brownies swirled with vibrant galaxy-colored frosting, edible glitter, and maybe a few star sprinkles if you’re feeling like a true celestial queen. Because in ZA, the drama is extra, so the dessert should be too.
Cosmic Galaxy Brownies Recipe
(Nut-free, because you know me.)
You’ll need:
- 1 box of your favorite brownie mix (or make from scratch if you’re feeling ambitious)
- Butter, eggs, and water (per brownie box instructions)
- White frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Food coloring in purple, blue, pink, and black
- Edible glitter & star sprinkles
How to make them:
- Bake brownies according to package directions. Let cool completely.
- Divide frosting into four bowls. Tint each with one of the colors—think cosmic vibes, not perfect shades.
- Drop spoonfuls of the different frostings on top of the brownies. Use a butter knife to gently swirl them together for that dreamy galaxy effect.
- Sprinkle with edible glitter and star sprinkles.
- Slice, serve, and prepare to ascend into chaos.
Perfect Pairing:
Eat these while reading Zodiac Academy in bed, preferably while muttering “what the actual hell” every other chapter. Bonus points if you make a Zodiac Academy Survival Kit with:
- Cozy blanket for emotional damage
- Tea or coffee for late-night binge-reading
- Cosmic Galaxy Brownies (obviously)
- A notebook to write down every single insult you want to steal
- A stress ball for those “WHAT DID THEY JUST DO?!” moments
Happy Reading!
Taylor
