Description
Indulge in the ultimate homemade brownies that promise a rich, fudgy center and a crackly top. With every bite, you experience the perfect blend of chocolatey goodness and delightful texture. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Whip up a batch for gatherings or cozy movie nights, and savor the sweet memories created along the way.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in granulated and brown sugars until glossy.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly before whisking in eggs one at a time and adding vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold into the wet mixture until just combined; add chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg