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This recipe offers a variety of ways to make delicious chocolate brownies, from classic fudgy to inventive variations. Perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving, these brownies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Microwave-safe bowl or saucepan
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips optional
Variation: Fudgy Brownies
- 2 tablespoons extra unsalted butter
Variation: Cakey Brownies
- 2 tablespoons extra all-purpose flour
Variation: Nutty Brownies
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Variation: Espresso Brownies
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
Variation: Salted Caramel Brownies
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, then stir in the granulated sugar.
- Whisk in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
Mixing Dry Ingredients and Combining
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely before slicing and serving.
Fudgy Brownie Variation
- For fudgier brownies, add 2 extra tablespoons of butter to the melted butter and sugar mixture.
Cakey Brownie Variation
- For cakey brownies, add 2 extra tablespoons of flour to the dry ingredients.
Nutty Brownie Variation
- For nutty brownies, fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans with the chocolate chips.
Espresso Brownie Variation
- For espresso brownies, add 1 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients.
Salted Caramel Brownie Variation
- For salted caramel brownies, swirl 1/2 cup of caramel sauce into the batter before baking; sprinkle with flaky sea salt after baking.
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the batter. To achieve a fudgier brownie, pull them out of the oven when there are still a few moist crumbs. For cakey brownies, bake until a toothpick comes out clean. Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.