Classic Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Classic Chocolate Fudge Brownies deliver an intense chocolate experience with a perfectly fudgy texture, combining a gooey center and slightly crisp edges. This simple, versatile recipe uses pantry staples to create a rich, moist, and indulgent dessert loved by all ages, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (about 2-inch squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free option available
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free option)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt the Butter and Mix the Cocoa: In a heatproof bowl, gently melt the butter. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and well combined, forming a glossy chocolate base.
- Combine Sugar and Eggs: Whisk the sugar into the chocolate butter mixture, then add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each to create a shiny, thick batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the flour and salt, taking care not to over-mix. Add vanilla extract here for a fragrant lift to the brownie batter.
- Bake Until Fudgy: Pour the batter evenly into your prepared pan, smoothing the surface. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set the fudgy texture, then lift out using the parchment paper and slice into squares.
Notes
- Use quality cocoa powder and butter for the richest chocolate flavor.
- Do not overmix to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
- Slightly underbake to maintain a gooey center; overbaking results in cakier brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely to allow the fudgy texture to set properly.
- Use parchment paper in the pan for easy removal and cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (2-inch square)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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