Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s treat with these perfect fudgy brownies. Rich, moist, and decadent, these brownies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you prefer them studded with walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 10 tablespoons (145g) unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder, spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large cold eggs
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2/3 cup (80g) chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat oven to 325°F (162°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt Butter: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in sugar, cocoa, vanilla, and salt until blended. Let cool slightly.
- Add Eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in flour.
- Finish Batter: Mix in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake: Spread batter in pan and bake for 20-30 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake them and allow to cool fully before cutting.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for longer storage.
- Freeze brownies individually for easy grab-and-go treats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 158 calories
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 72 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg
