Description
These fudgy chewy brownies have a perfect crackly top, rich chocolate flavor, and dense, indulgent texture. Made with cocoa powder and melted chocolate, they are easy to make and customizable with mix-ins like nuts or caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup (170g) dark or semisweet chocolate, melted
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ cup (60g) chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Cocoa & Chocolate: Sift in cocoa powder and mix well. Add melted chocolate and stir until glossy.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Fold into wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Add Mix-Ins (Optional): Gently fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool completely in the pan before slicing. For cleaner cuts, chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Storage: Store at room temperature for up to 4 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
- Crackly Top Tip: Whisk sugars and eggs thoroughly to achieve the signature crackly texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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