How to Make the Perfect Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
American · Easy · 35 min · 16 servings
These dense and fudgy brownies have a crinkly top and an intensely chocolatey center that will satisfy any sweet tooth. They bake in one bowl with no mixer required.
Why this recipe works
This Fudgy Chocolate Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 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:
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
Step 2: Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients
Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals. Whisk in the granulated sugar until combined, then whisk in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Sift the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt directly into the wet ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined and do not overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 4: Bake the Brownies
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer. Bake at 350 degrees F for 23 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Step 5: Cool Before Cutting
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting them out with the parchment overhang and cutting into 16 squares.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- unsalted butter → coconut oil for a slightly different flavor
- all-purpose flour → a one-to-one gluten-free flour blend
- chocolate chips → chopped walnuts or pecans
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overmixing the batter after adding flour makes the brownies tough and cakey
- Overbaking by even a few minutes dries out the fudgy texture completely
- Cutting into the brownies while they are still hot causes them to crumble and fall apart
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 3g protein, 28g carbs, 11g fat, 1g fiber.
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