Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
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Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
Description
Fudgy Chocolate Brownies highlight melted semi-sweet chocolate infused throughout the batter to intensify chocolate flavor. The mix of melted butter and eggs forms a rich base that, when combined with sugar and cocoa powder, results in a dense yet tender crumb. Baking soda supports slight leavening but keeps the texture chewy, not cakey.
The careful heat treatment of the melted chocolate, combined with gentle folding to avoid excess air, preserves a rich, glossy batter. Baking them for about 25 minutes—until just set but still a bit underdone in the center—allows the brownies to finish cooking as they cool, resulting in moist and fudgy squares.
Serving these brownies at room temperature or slightly warmed brings out their richness. They can be stored and enjoyed over several days, and ingredients like coffee or espresso powder can be added to enhance the chocolate depth. Preparing ahead and freezing also works well for this recipe.
Lines with parchment paper prevents sticking and helps retain moisture, while adjusting bake time lets you control fudge versus firmness preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or small chunks
- 4 egg large
- 2 unsalted butter sticks melted
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 teaspoon sea salt coarse
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Place the 2 cups of chocolate in a large metal bowl, then place it over a pot a ¼ of the way filled with simmering water over low to medium heat.
- Heat the chocolate until it is melted. Move it around using a rubber spatula.
- While the chocolate is melting, whisk together the eggs and melted unsalted butter.
- Next, add in the sugar, salt, and vanilla until combined. Make sure not to overmix.
- Sift the flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder into the bowl.
- Switch to a rubber spatula and fold the sifted ingredients into the egg, sugar, and butter mixture just until mixed.
- Once the chocolate is melted, pour it into the bowl with the other ingredients and fold them together using a spatula.
- Butter a 13x9 baking dish.
- Place in a sheet of parchment paper to completely cover the inside of the pan.
- Transfer the brownie batter to the pan and smooth it out using a rubber spatula to make it flat for even cooking.
- Bake in the oven at 350° for 25 minutes for a perfect fudgy center.
- As soon as the brownies are removed from the oven, evenly sprinkle on the remaining ¼ cup of chocolate chips for more chocolate flavor.
- Cool for 25 to 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Remove brownies from oven at 25 minutes when center is slightly underdone to achieve perfect fudgy texture after cooling.
- For less fudgy but still moist brownies, bake an additional 10 to 12 minutes.
- Fold ingredients gently to prevent adding excess air, which can affect texture.
- Line baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and retain moisture.
- Adding 1 teaspoon espresso powder or ¼ cup strong coffee enhances chocolate flavor; can add coffee during batter mixing or with melted butter.
- Make brownies up to 2 days ahead; store covered at room temperature for 5 days or refrigerated up to 7 days.
- Freeze covered for up to 3 months; thaw refrigerated for 1 day before serving.
- Reheat covered in oven at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes to serve warm.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 233mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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