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Fudgy Brownies

Fudgy Brownies is from-scratch done right -- dense, fudgy brownies with a shiny, crackly top. It bakes up reliably as long as the oven is fully preheated before the pan goes in.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Total: 45 min

45Minutes

16Servings

4.7Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

A short, straightforward ingredient list with no special equipment needed.
The components can be made ahead and reheated without losing quality.
Scales up easily for a crowd -- just multiply the ingredients.

Ingredients

Makes 16 servings

1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 tbsp vanilla
1 cup flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup chocolate chips

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

320Calories

15gFat

42gCarbs

4gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and line an 8x8 or 9x9 pan with parchment.
Step 2
Melt the butter, then whisk in the sugar until glossy. Let it cool slightly.
Step 3
Whisk in the eggs one at a time and the vanilla, beating well - this is what makes the shiny top.
Step 4
Fold in the flour, cocoa, and salt just until no streaks remain (do not overmix). Stir in the chocolate chips.
Step 5
Spread into the pan and bake 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 6
Cool completely in the pan before cutting for clean, fudgy squares.

Cook's tips

Let it cool as directed before slicing -- cutting in too early makes for a messier, less set result.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.

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