Bodacious Brownies

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Bodacious Brownies, a decadent dessert that’s rich, fudgy, and irresistibly flavorful. Made with melted semi-sweet chocolate chips and a hint of unsweetened cocoa powder, these brownies are bursting with layers of chocolate goodness that are taken to the next level with melty dark chocolate chunks in every bite. The buttery batter is balanced with both granulated and brown sugar for a perfect chewy texture, while a touch of vanilla rounds out the flavor profile. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is baked to perfection in under half an hour, delivering a luscious treat with a crackly top and soft center. Customize your brownies with optional toppings like sea salt or chopped nuts, then slice and share (or not!) with friends and family. Perfect for any occasion, these homemade brownies are sure to steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chunks
• 0 optional toppings (such as chopped nuts or sea salt)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Leave some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together. Heat in 20-second increments, stirring after each, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and the melted butter-chocolate mixture until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

Gently fold in the dark chocolate chunks for extra bursts of chocolate in every bite.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. If desired, sprinkle optional toppings such as chopped nuts or a pinch of sea salt over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 10

Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.

Step 11

Slice into 12 squares and serve. Enjoy your Bodacious Brownies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1024.1 grams (1024.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4167

Total Fat 207.80g	266%
Saturated Fat 117.00g	585%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 806mg	269%
Sodium 1624mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 598.70g	218%
Dietary Fiber 44.60g	159%
Total Sugars 451.20g
Protein 58.70g	117%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 353mg	27%
Iron 36mg	198%
Potassium 2283mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 53.2%