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Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

Fudgy Cocoa Brownies That Will Change Your Chocolate Game

These fudgy cocoa brownies are quick, customizable, and a crowd-pleaser, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for vegan option
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Replace half with brown sugar for added moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for robust taste
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Choose high-quality cocoa for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder Gives a slight rise
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips or Chunks Use dark, semi-sweet, or white chocolate
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans are great choices

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with grease or parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a large mixing bowl, then whisk in the granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, followed by vanilla extract.
  3. Sift cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  4. Stir in chocolate chips or chopped nuts if desired, folding them into the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick - it should come out with moist crumbs.
  6. Remove from oven, let cool for at least 10 minutes, then cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder and avoid overmixing for the best fudgy texture. Experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for variation.

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