Description
These homemade brownies are rich, fudgy, and full of chocolatey goodness. A simple, yet indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup cocoa powder
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the cocoa powder to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until fully combined.
- Crack in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and salt, mixing to combine.
- Gradually fold in the flour until the batter is smooth and no streaks remain.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (or clean, depending on your preference for fudginess).
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting them into squares and serving.
Notes
- Customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or caramel swirls for added flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- If you prefer thicker brownies, use a smaller baking dish.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Wrap individual brownies in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
