Description
If you’re craving a rich, chocolatey treat that melts in your mouth, these seriously fudgy homemade brownies are exactly what you need. With a crackly top, dense center, and deep cocoa flavor, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick dessert, cozy snack, or indulgent dinner idea. Whether you’re looking for simple baking ideas or a go-to chocolate dessert, this recipe delivers every time.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
8 oz dark chocolate
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Melt butter and dark chocolate together until smooth.
3. Whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
5. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
6. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
7. Stir in chocolate chips.
8. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
9. Bake for 20–30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
10. Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor.
Do not overbake to maintain a fudgy texture.
Allow brownies to cool fully before cutting for clean slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg