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homemade chocolate brownies

Chocolate Brownies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 Brownies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces  semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
  • 1 ¼ cups  granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 4 large  eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon  vanilla extract
  • 1 cup  all-purpose flour
  • ½  cup  unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon  salt

Method
 

  1. Start by melting the butter and chopped chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, or use the microwave in short bursts.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until the mixture looks pale and slightly thickened. 
  3. Pour the cooled chocolate-butter mixture into the bowl with the eggs and sugar. Stir until everything is well blended. 
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix. 
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang so you can lift the brownies out later. 
  6. Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8.  Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 20–30 minutes before slicing. 

Notes

  • Use good-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the richer the flavor.
  • Don’t overmix: Stir just until the flour disappears. Overmixing makes brownies tough.
  • Check early: Every oven is different, so start checking at 28 minutes.
  • Add-ins are fun: Nuts, chocolate chunks, or even a swirl of peanut butter take these brownies to the next level.
  • Store properly: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days, or refrigerate for extra chewiness.