Description
Rich chocolate brownies melt hearts with their deep, fudgy center and irresistible cocoa charm. Homemade comfort beckons you to savor each luxurious, decadent bite of pure chocolate bliss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Seasoning:
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating an 8×8-inch pan with butter and lining with parchment paper, ensuring overhang for easy removal.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform powder with no visible lumps.
- In a separate container, thoroughly blend liquid components using a whisk until the mixture achieves a silky, consistent texture.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring minimally to prevent overdeveloping gluten and maintain a tender brownie structure.
- Transfer batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a smooth, level surface.
- Place in a preheated oven at 325F (160C) and bake for 40-48 minutes, monitoring for a slightly moist center when tested with a toothpick.
- Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 1-2 hours.
- Once cooled, lift from pan using parchment paper edges and slice into precise squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal texture and freshness, consuming within 3-4 days.
Notes
- Check oven temperature accuracy with a separate thermometer to ensure even baking and prevent burning.
- For gluten-free version, substitute regular flour with almond or coconut flour, maintaining the same measurement ratio.
- Customize texture by adjusting baking time: fewer minutes for gooey brownies, more for cake-like consistency.
- Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of espresso powder or sea salt to intensify chocolate richness without overwhelming sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-48 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 646 kcal
- Sugar: 67 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 83 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg