A classic chocolate brownie with a rich fudgy center and crisp top — easy to make and utterly satisfying.
200g dark chocolate
100g unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
3 large eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour (60g)
¼ cup cocoa powder (25g)
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: ½ cup nuts or chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a square pan.
Melt chocolate and butter. Set aside to cool.
Beat sugar and eggs for 2–3 minutes until light.
Mix in melted chocolate and vanilla.
Sift and fold in flour, cocoa, and salt. Don’t overmix.
Pour into pan and bake for 25–30 minutes.
Cool before cutting.
Store at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months. Great with ice cream or fresh berries.