Description
These perfect fudgy brownies are the ultimate chocolate indulgence. Rich, gooey, and incredibly satisfying, they strike the ideal balance between a dense texture and a melt-in-your-mouth experience. With a shiny, crackly top and a fudgy center, these brownies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you serve them warm or at room temperature, they will have your taste buds dancing. Made with simple ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder and rich butter, these brownies are a treat everyone will love. Customize them with nuts, chocolate chips, or keep them classic — either way, this recipe guarantees a delicious outcome!
Ingredients
- 10 tablespoons (145g) unsalted butter
- 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder, spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large cold eggs
- ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- ⅔ cup (80g) chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir occasionally to avoid burning. Once melted, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Stir the granulated sugar into the warm butter until well combined.
- Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Crack the eggs directly into the mixture, one at a time, and whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix to ensure a fudgy texture.
- If desired, fold in chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips for an added crunch and flavor boost.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking with a toothpick in the center. It should come out with a few moist crumbs, but not wet batter.
- Let the brownies cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Allow them to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality cocoa powder and unsalted butter. These ingredients significantly affect the flavor and texture of the brownies.
- Substitute coconut oil or margarine for a dairy-free version of fudgy brownies.
- For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to enhance the chocolatey depth of the brownies.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT25M
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (based on a 9x9 pan)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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