Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

introduction

This recipe makes rich, chocolate brownies that stay soft inside. You can make them for a snack, a party, or a quick dessert. If you like baked treats, try the bakery style chocolate chip cookies for another sweet idea.

why make this recipe

You should make this recipe because it gives deep chocolate taste and a soft, moist center. It uses few steps and common items. Kids like it. You can add nuts or chips if you want. For a different loaf idea, see the chocolate banana bread.

how to make Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

You melt the butter and mix it with sugar. Then you add eggs and vanilla. You fold in the dry mix of cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Do not stir too much. You can fold in chips if you like. For a cake idea with fruit, look at the chocolate raspberry cake.

Ingredients :

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup semi‑sweet chocolate chips (optional)

You can swap the chips for chunks or a salted edge like in some salted caramel cookies.

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Line a 9×13‑inch (23×33 cm) pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar. Stir until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one at a time. Beat well after each egg. Stir in the vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
5. Fold the dry mix into the wet mix little by little. Stop when you see no dry streaks. Do not overmix.
6. If you use chocolate chips, fold them in now.
7. Pour the batter into the pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for about 25–30 minutes. The top should look set. A toothpick in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
9. Let the brownies cool fully in the pan. Lift them out with the parchment paper and cut into squares.

how to serve Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Cut the brownies in squares. Serve plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Dust a little cocoa or sugar on top. You can warm a piece for a few seconds in the microwave for a soft bite.

how to store Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Keep brownies in an airtight box at room temperature for 3 days. Put them in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer keep, wrap tight and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp before serving.

tips to make Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

• Use room temperature eggs so the mix blends well.
• Do not overmix after you add flour. This keeps them fudgy.
• Check bake time at 20 minutes. Ovens bake different. Pull them out when the center has moist crumbs.
• Let them cool fully before cutting to get clean edges.
• Try the bakery style chocolate chip cookies trick of chilling the dough if you want a firmer top.

variation (if any)

• Add 1 cup chopped nuts for crunch.
• Stir in 1/2 cup peanut butter and swirl for a peanut swirl brownie.
• Add 1 teaspoon instant espresso to the dry mix for a richer chocolate taste.
• Use white chocolate chips or caramel pieces for a new twist.

FAQs

Q: Can I use salted butter?
A: Yes. Cut the added salt to 1/4 teaspoon if you use salted butter.

Q: How do I get very fudgy brownies?
A: Pull them from the oven when a toothpick shows moist crumbs. Do not overbake and do not overmix.

Q: Can I halve the recipe?
A: Yes. Use an 8×8 pan and bake about 20–25 minutes.

Q: Can I make them gluten free?
A: Yes. Swap the flour for a 1:1 gluten free flour blend.

Q: Do I need to chill the batter?
A: No. You can bake right after you mix.

Conclusion

For another classic version, try Chef Billy Parisi’s Fudgy Chocolate Brownies Recipe. For a tested, rich cocoa take on fudgy brownies, see The Best Fudgy Brownies Recipe.