Description

Indulge in the rich, decadent world of fudgy brownies—a beloved dessert known for its moist, dense texture and intense chocolate flavor. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to create the perfect batch, from understanding key ingredients to mastering the baking process.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 ¼ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 ¼ cups Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
Stir in cocoa, salt, baking powder, and flour until well combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow to cool before cutting into squares.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain a fudgy texture. For a flavor boost, add a pinch of espresso powder or swirl in peanut butter or caramel before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 270
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: fudgy brownies, chocolate, dessert, rich brownies, chewy brownies