Best Homemade Brownies
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4.9
Best Homemade Brownies
Description
Best Homemade Brownies begin with mixing dry ingredients including granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, chocolate chips, and salt. Separately, eggs, olive oil, water, and vanilla are whisked, then combined with the dry mix to form a thick batter. The choice of olive oil imparts a distinct flavor, though canola oil can be substituted for neutrality.
The batter is poured into a pre-sprayed and parchment-lined 8x8 baking dish and baked at 325°F for 40 to 48 minutes. A toothpick test checks doneness; brownies are best when a few crumbs stick to the toothpick rather than fully dry. Cooling completely for about 2 hours firms up the fudgy center to facilitate slicing. The brownies keep for up to 3 days at room temperature and freeze well for longer storage.
Reducing sugar to 1 cup granulated sugar is possible with some success for those desiring less sweetness.
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- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder sifted if lumpy
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted if lumpy
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3/4 teaspoons salt sea salt
- 2 egg large
- 1/2 cup canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly spray an 8x8 baking dish (not a 9x9 dish or your brownies will overcook) with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, chocolate chips, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, water, and vanilla.
- Sprinkle the dry mix over the wet mix and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan (it'll be thick - that's ok) and use a spatula to smooth the top. Bake for 40 to 48 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with only a few crumbs attached (note: it's better to pull the brownies out early than to leave them in too long). Cool completely before slicing.*** Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. These also freeze well!
Notes
- Reducing granulated sugar from 1 1/2 cups to 1 cup can lower sweetness without compromising texture.
- Olive oil adds a noticeable flavor; substitute canola oil for a more neutral taste.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing to set the gooey center properly.
- For firmer brownies, refrigerate after cooling.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer preservation.
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