Description
Delicious, fudgy brownies with a shiny, crackly top that are easy to make and sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk the melted butter and sugar together until glossy and thick, about 1 minute.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla until the mixture looks slightly lightened and smooth.
- Sift in the cocoa, flour, and salt. Stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped chocolate. Spread the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20 to 24 minutes, until the center is set but still soft. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing for extra gooey squares.
Notes
For thicker brownies, double the recipe and use a slightly larger pan. If you prefer a thinner brownie, use a 9-inch pan and reduce the bake time. A pinch of espresso powder can enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: brownies, chocolate dessert, easy dessert, fudgy brownies, homemade brownies