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Super Simple Fudgy Brownies Anyone Can Bake

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Rich, gooey, and deeply chocolatey, these easy fudgy brownies are made from scratch in one bowl—ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g)

  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or espresso powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 pan with parchment.

  • Melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Cool slightly.

  • Whisk in sugars, then eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla.

  • Sift in cocoa powder. Stir to combine.

  • Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Add mix-ins if using.

  • Pour into pan, smooth top, and bake 22–28 minutes.

  • Cool in pan before slicing.

Notes

  • For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake.

  • For a shiny top, beat eggs and sugar well.

  • Freeze baked brownies for up to 2 months.