Description
These Fudgy Brownies are rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey, featuring a moist center with a slightly crackly top. Made from simple pantry ingredients, they offer classic bakery-style brownies that are perfectly chewy and indulgent every time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-Ins
- Chocolate chips or chunks
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter: Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly so it does not cook the eggs in the next step.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is glossy and smooth, ensuring the sugar is somewhat dissolved.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar-butter mixture, whisking until fully combined and slightly aerated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt using a spatula or spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a fudgy texture.
- Add Optional Mix-Ins: Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts gently, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Spread Batter: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 26 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains slightly soft to ensure fudginess.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing to achieve clean cuts and optimal texture.
Notes
- Do not overbake; brownies will continue to set as they cool to avoid dryness.
- For extra fudginess, refrigerate the brownies before slicing.
- Store brownies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- You can freeze brownies for up to 2 months, wrapped tightly to preserve freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
