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The Very Best Brownies.

The Very Best Brownies Ever: Fudgy, Rich, and Irresistible

The Very Best Brownies are fudgy, rich delights that satisfy all chocolate cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture; use unsalted for better control.
  • 1 cup Cane Sugar Sweetens the batter; avoid substitutes.
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Provides deep chocolate flavor.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Bind ingredients for fudgy texture; room temperature preferred.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to brownies.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder Adds lift; can be omitted for denser brownies.
  • 4 oz Chopped Dark Chocolate Enhances flavor and adds texture.

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for The Very Best Brownies
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a greased 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir cane sugar into browned butter, mixing until fully dissolved.
  4. Whisk in large eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped dark chocolate until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake in the lower third of the oven for about 25 minutes, checking with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the brownies to cool in the baking dish for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and avoid overmixing to maintain fudginess.

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