Fudge Chocolate Brownies – Soft, Gooey & Perfectly Chewy
These fudgy chocolate brownies are rich, dense, and packed with deep chocolate flavor. Made with real chocolate and cocoa powder, they offer a gooey texture and glossy top every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9–12 brownies 1x
Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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Optional: ½ tsp espresso powder, ½ cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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Melt butter and chocolate together in a saucepan. Stir in sugar while warm.
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Whisk in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
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Sift together flour, cocoa, salt, and espresso powder (if using). Fold into wet mix gently.
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Stir in optional chocolate chips or nuts.
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Pour batter into pan and smooth top. Bake 28–32 minutes until set on edges.
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Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
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Add swirls or toppings before baking.
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Store up to 3 days at room temp or freeze for longer storage.
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Double the recipe for a 9×13-inch pan.