Quick and Easy Brownie Recipe
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4.9
Quick and Easy Brownie Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by melting butter, then combining it with both granulated and brown sugar and vanilla extract, which provides sweetness and depth. Eggs are incorporated one at a time to ensure even mixing. Dry ingredients—flour and cocoa powder—are folded in last, followed by chocolate chips or chunks for pockets of melted chocolate.
Baking in an 8x8 pan coated with nonstick spray and parchment allows for even cooking. The shorter baking time produces a soft, fudgy texture, while a longer bake yields firmer brownies. Cooling before slicing helps the brownies set without crumbling.
The notes mention doubling the recipe for a larger 9x13 pan and emphasize using room temperature ingredients for better texture. Avoiding overbaking is key to maintaining fudginess. A whisk, hand mixer, or stand mixer can be used for mixing, offering flexibility.
Ingredients
- 1 tick butter unsalted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 egg Room Temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dutch processed cocoa powder
- 4 oz chocolate chips or chocolate chunk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Coat an 8X8 baking pan with nonstick spray then line with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in a small sauce pan or in the microwave. Once cool a little bit, pour it into a large bowl.
- Add in granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
- Add in eggs one at a time. Mix well after adding each egg.
- Add in flour and cocoa powder. Stir well until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the pan and place chocolate chunks on the batter.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes for soft fudgy brownies or 25 minutes for firmer ones.
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Double the recipe to bake in a 9x13 pan for about 35 minutes for more servings.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better batter consistency.
- Avoid overbaking; aim for slightly underbaked brownies for ideal fudginess.
- You can use a whisk, hand mixer, or stand mixer based on available equipment.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9squares
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 170kcal | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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