Description
Rich chocolate brownies bring pure bliss straight from your kitchen. Fudgy, indulgent squares promise delectable comfort with each gooey bite you savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 23 cup cocoa powder
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 12 teaspoon salt
- 12 teaspoon baking powder
Flavor Enhancer:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by greasing or lining with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, then remove from the heat source to prevent burning.
- Incorporate sugar into the melted butter, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently fold in beaten eggs, whisking continuously to prevent egg scrambling and ensure a uniform texture.
- Add vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the batter.
- In a separate mixing bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder to eliminate any potential lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a rich, consistent chocolate batter forms.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center reveals a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Ensure butter is fully melted but not burning to maintain smooth batter consistency.
- Use room temperature eggs to prevent batter from seizing and ensure even mixing.
- Sift dry ingredients beforehand to eliminate potential flour lumps and create smoother texture.
- Avoid overmixing batter after adding dry ingredients to prevent tough, dense brownies.
- Line pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of brownies.
- Test doneness by inserting toothpick – moist crumbs indicate perfect fudgy texture.
- Let brownies cool completely to allow structure to set and enhance flavor development.
- Experiment with add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, or sea salt for personalized twist.
- Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 72 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg