Fudgy brownies are a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. Here’s a simple recipe to make delicious fudgy brownies at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (90g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 cup (175g) chocolate chips or chunks
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until incorporated.
- Add the Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Optional Add-Ins:
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips or chunks and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake the Brownies:
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out into an even layer with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Be careful not to overbake, as you want the brownies to be fudgy.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.
- Once cooled, slice the brownies into squares and serve. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for decoration.
Tips:
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake them. They will continue to set as they cool.
- Feel free to customize your brownies by adding your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or even a swirl of peanut butter or caramel sauce.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Enjoy these fudgy brownies as a delicious treat for dessert, snacks, or any time you’re craving something chocolaty and indulgent!