How to Make the Perfect Classic Fudgy Brownies
American · Easy · 40 min · 16 servings
Dense, rich brownies packed with deep chocolate flavor and a perfectly crackly top. These brownies deliver maximum fudginess in every single bite.
Why this recipe works
This Classic Fudgy Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 115 g unsalted butter
- 200 g dark chocolate chips
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 90 g all purpose flour
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Melt Butter and Chocolate
Preheat oven to 175C. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate together, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
Whisk sugar into the cooled chocolate mixture until combined. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Step 3: Fold in Dry Ingredients
Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the chocolate mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix or the brownies will become cakey.
Step 4: Bake
Pour batter into a greased 20cm square baking pan lined with parchment paper. Spread evenly and bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
Step 5: Cool and Slice
Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing into 16 squares. Cooling is essential for achieving that perfect fudgy texture.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- dark chocolate chips → semi-sweet chocolate bar chopped into pieces
- unsalted butter → coconut oil for a dairy-free version
- all purpose flour → almond flour for a gluten-free option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overbaking the brownies which turns them cakey instead of fudgy
- Cutting brownies while still warm which causes them to fall apart
- Overmixing the batter after adding flour which develops too much gluten
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 3g protein, 28g carbs, 11g fat, 1g fiber.
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