Fudgy Brownies – Rich, Chocolatey & Perfect Every Time!
Achieve fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth brownies with a dense, chocolatey core. This simple recipe yields 12 rich, homemade brownies in just 35 minutes using everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by greasing or lining with parchment paper
- Melt butter in a saucepan, cool slightly
- Add sugar and stir until dissolved
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each
- Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined
- Add vanilla extract if using
- Pour batter into prepared dish and spread evenly
- Bake 25 minutes or until toothpick shows moist crumbs
- Cool 10 minutes before cutting into squares
Notes
Use high-quality cocoa powder for best flavor
Avoid overbaking to maintain fudginess
Cool completely in pan before cutting
Optional additions: chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Avoid overbaking to maintain fudginess
Cool completely in pan before cutting
Optional additions: chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days