Fudgy Dense Chocolate Brownies (Print Version)

Rich, dense chocolate squares with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Every chocolate lover's dream dessert in just 45 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Brownie Batter

01 - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
02 - 6 oz (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Optional Add-Ins

09 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips
10 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chopped chocolate together in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
03 - Whisk in sugar until combined and slightly cooled.
04 - Add eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is shiny and thick.
05 - Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined — do not overmix.
06 - Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
07 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
08 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
09 - Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes total
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients most bakers already have
  • Delivers consistently perfect results with minimal effort
  • Creates that coveted crackly top with a fudgy center
02 -
  • Mixture should be thick and glossy after egg incorporation
  • Perfect brownies will have a crackly top with moist interior
  • Can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months
  • Each square contains about 210 calories of pure indulgence
03 -
  • Always use room temperature eggs they incorporate better creating that perfect crackly top
  • Line your pan with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal and clean cutting
  • For perfect squares chill brownies before cutting with a warm clean knife wiped between cuts

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