Chewy Chocolate Brownies – Easy and Foolproof
Ultra-fudgy brownies with a rich, gooey center, crackly top, and deep chocolate flavor — perfect for any chocolate lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
Ingredients
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup light brown sugar (optional)
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 tsp salt
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Optional: 1/2 tsp espresso powder, 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
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Melt butter and chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
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Stir in granulated and brown sugar while mixture is warm. Add vanilla.
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Whisk in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
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Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold into wet mixture until just combined.
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Fold in optional add-ins.
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
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Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
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For cleaner slices, chill before cutting.
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Add flaky sea salt on top for contrast.
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Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.