Fudgy Chocolate Brownies (Printable)

Dense, fudgy chocolate squares with crackly tops and rich cocoa flavor. Quick and easy homemade dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate & Fats

01 - 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter

→ Sugars

03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
09 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Optional Add-ins

10 - 2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
11 - 2/3 cup chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
03 - Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until fully incorporated.
04 - Whisk in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain fudgy texture.
06 - Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
07 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
08 - Bake for 22-28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
09 - Let cool completely in the pan. Lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The crackly tops form naturally, creating that satisfying snap when you bite through to the fudgy center
  • They taste like bakery brownies but come together with basic pantry staples in under an hour
02 -
  • Overbaking is the enemy of fudgy brownies, so start checking at 22 minutes even if they look underdone
  • Letting them cool completely in the pan is agony but essential for clean cuts and proper texture
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale to measure your chocolate and flour for consistent results every time
  • Underbake by 2 minutes if you prefer extra fudgy brownies that barely hold their shape
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