Fudgy Brownies Recipe – Classic, Easy & Baked to Perfection
Rich, gooey, and irresistibly chocolaty, these are the best fudgy brownies you’ll ever make — shiny top, dense center, and just the right amount of chew.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 large or 16 small brownies 1x
Ingredients
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115g (½ cup) unsalted butter
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170g (6 oz) dark chocolate (60–70%), chopped
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar (optional, for extra chew)
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2 large eggs
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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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½ tsp salt
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Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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Melt butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl until smooth. Let cool slightly.
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Whisk in sugars, then eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
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Sift in cocoa, flour, and salt. Fold gently until just combined.
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Stir in optional chocolate chips.
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Pour batter into pan. Bake 25–30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly underdone.
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Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
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For thicker brownies, bake in a 7×7-inch pan.
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Add espresso powder for deeper chocolate flavor.
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Store at room temp for 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.