Ultimate Fudgy Brownies
Rich, chocolatey homemade brownies with a crackly top and fudgy center.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
- ½ cup 100g packed brown sugar
- ¾ cup 65g unsweetened cocoa powder (high-quality recommended)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup 120g all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup 115g melted unsalted butter (or vegetable oil for a lighter texture)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup 90g chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (optional, for extra richness)
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup chopped nuts walnuts, pecans
- 1-2 tbsp espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor
- Sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8x8-inch (20x20cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Flour
Add Wet Ingredients
- Stir in melted butter (or oil), eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Fold in chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (and nuts, if using).
Bake
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes (a toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter).
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake (~23-25 mins).
Cool & Slice
- Let cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before lifting out and slicing.
- Sprinkle with sea salt flakes (optional) for a gourmet touch.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Brownies:
✔ Use high-quality cocoa powder for deep chocolate flavor.✔ Don’t overbake—fudgy brownies should be slightly soft in the center.
✔ Let them cool before cutting for clean slices. Enjoy your rich, fudgy brownies with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!