Classic fudgy chocolate brownies with a shiny top and gooey center — rich, indulgent, and easy to make at home.
115g (½ cup) unsalted butter
170g (6 oz) dark chocolate, chopped
2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optiona
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
Melt chocolate and butter together. Let cool slightly.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, yolk, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
Sift in flour, cocoa, and salt. Fold gently.
Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Pour into pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Center should be just set.
Cool completely before slicing.
For extra fudginess, chill before slicing. Store at room temperature up to 3 days, or freeze for 2 months.