Description
These Perfect Fudgy Brownies are moist, decadent, and loaded with rich chocolate flavor and gooey texture. Made with simple ingredients, they are easy to prepare and deliver chocolaty bliss in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large cold eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (162°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or foil.
- Melt butter over medium-low heat in a medium saucepan without browning it.
- Stir in granulated sugar and cocoa powder until fully combined. Add vanilla extract and sea salt; stir well. Let cool until warm but not hot.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each to incorporate air.
- Mix in all-purpose flour until batter thickens and pulls away from pan sides.
- Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 20 to 30 minutes until edges are firm and center is slightly underbaked for fudgy texture.
- Cool completely in pan, then lift out and cut into 16 squares.
Notes
- Substitute butter with margarine or coconut oil if preferred.
- Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for different flavor and texture.
- Dutch-process cocoa powder can replace regular cocoa for altered chocolate flavor.
- Omit nuts or replace with seeds for nut-free option.
- Swap chocolate chips with peanut butter or butterscotch chips for variation.
- Do not overmix batter after adding flour to avoid tough brownies.
- Check baking time closely to prevent overbaking and dryness.
- For richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder or add melted chocolate.
- Let brownies sit a day before serving to enhance flavor.
- Store in airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximate)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Fudgy Brownies, Chocolate Brownies, Easy Brownie Recipe, Moist Brownies, Chocolate Dessert