Description
🍫 Dive into the rich, fudgy texture of these homemade brownies, offering an irresistible chocolate experience with each bite!
😍 Simplicity meets indulgence in this easy recipe, making it perfect for any chocolate lover looking to whip up something special.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted if lumpy)
1/2 cup powdered sugar (sifted if lumpy)
1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup olive oil (or butter for a richer flavor)
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal, and lightly spray it.
2. If using butter, melt it on the stove or in the microwave without browning, then mix with sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, oil or melted butter, water, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Combine the dry and wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated; the batter will be thick.
5. Spread the batter in the prepared pan, ensuring it’s even. Bake for 25-48 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
6. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting. For cleaner slices, chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
Notes
🍫 Use good quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
👨🍳 For a shiny, crackly top, use granulated sugar; overmixing can affect texture.
🔥 Ensure butter mixture isn’t too hot to prevent cooking the eggs.
- Prep Time: 5-15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 25-48 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 158-199
- Sugar: n/a
- Sodium: n/a
- Fat: n/a
- Saturated Fat: n/a
- Unsaturated Fat: n/a
- Trans Fat: n/a
- Carbohydrates: n/a
- Fiber: n/a
- Protein: n/a
- Cholesterol: n/a