Classic Chocolate Brownie

The Classic Chocolate Brownie is a rich, dense, and fudgy baked dessert, typically made with chocolate, butter, sugar, flour, and eggs. It is a beloved staple of American home baking, often enjoyed warm with a gooey center and a crackly top.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing quick energy but also a significant calorie load, with a single square often ranging from 200 to 400 calories. It offers some iron and antioxidants from the cocoa, but is primarily an indulgence rather than a nutrient-dense food.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Vitamin A	60 µg
Calcium	30 mg

Per 1 brownie (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the brownie is a symbol of casual American comfort food, famously featured in school bake sales and diners. Its unique texture—a cross between a cake and a cookie—comes from the specific ratio of fat to flour, which creates its signature dense, moist crumb.