Classic Chocolate Brownie Recipe
American · Dessert · 40 min total
Rich, fudgy brownies with a crackly top and intense chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
15
min prep
min prep
25
min cook
min cook
16
servings
servings
220
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides.
- Melt butter and chocolate together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir in sugar until well combined. Let cool slightly.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt over the chocolate mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Use parchment to lift brownies out, then cut into squares.
Tips
- For extra fudgy brownies, reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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