Why You’ll Love These Brownies✔ Super Fudgy – Dense, rich, and incredibly gooey—just the way brownies should be.✔ Bold Chocolate Flavor – The dark chocolate, along with cocoa powder, creates the perfect balance of sweetness and intensity.✔ Hint of Espresso – A touch of espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor for a sophisticated twist.✔ Customizable – Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and richness.✔ Perfect for Sharing – These brownies are ideal for sharing at gatherings, parties, or just for an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
- 7 oz 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup 110g unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup 100g packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup 65g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup 25g unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
Melt the Chocolate and Butter
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl.
- You can use either a double boiler or the microwave (stir every 20 - 30 seconds).
- Stir until smooth and fully melted.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Once combined, add vanilla extract and the melted chocolate - butter mixture.
- Mix until smooth and glossy.
Add the Dry Ingredients
- Sift in all - purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and espresso powder (if using).
- Gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in Optional Mix - ins
- If using chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter now.
Prepare the Baking Pan
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8x8 - inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Bake the Brownies
- Bake for 35 - 40 minutes. Bake for 45 - 50 minutes if you want them to be more cake - like.
- Note: Brownies will continue to set as they cool.
Cool and Serve
- Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
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Notes
Tips for Perfect Brownies
✔ Don’t overbake – Keep an eye on the brownies towards the end of the baking time. They should still be slightly soft in the center for that fudgy texture.
✔ Optional mix-ins – Customize the brownies by adding chocolate chips, walnuts, or pecans to make them even more delicious.
✔ Let them cool – Although it’s tempting to dive in immediately, allowing the brownies to cool a bit will help them set perfectly and keep that fudgy texture. These brownies are a dream come true for any chocolate lover—rich, fudgy, and bursting with chocolate flavor. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, a scoop of ice cream, or just on their own for a satisfying treat! Tried this recipe? Share your brownie creations with me—let me know how they turned out in the comments or tag me on social media!
✔ Optional mix-ins – Customize the brownies by adding chocolate chips, walnuts, or pecans to make them even more delicious.
✔ Let them cool – Although it’s tempting to dive in immediately, allowing the brownies to cool a bit will help them set perfectly and keep that fudgy texture. These brownies are a dream come true for any chocolate lover—rich, fudgy, and bursting with chocolate flavor. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, a scoop of ice cream, or just on their own for a satisfying treat! Tried this recipe? Share your brownie creations with me—let me know how they turned out in the comments or tag me on social media!