Brownie Points

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with "Brownie Points," a decadently fudgy and rich brownie recipe that’s guaranteed to win hearts. Made with a perfect blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsalted butter, and a duo of granulated and brown sugar, these moist brownies strike the ideal balance between sweetness and gooey texture. A hint of unsweetened cocoa powder deepens the chocolate flavor, while optional crunchy walnuts or pecans add a delightful contrast. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a straightforward one-bowl mixing method, this recipe is the epitome of indulgence made easy. Serve these irresistible brownies fresh from the oven with a scoop of ice cream, or enjoy them with a cold glass of milk for the ultimate comfort dessert. Perfect for celebrations or weekday treats, earning "Brownie Points" will never taste so good!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the chocolate chips and stir continuously until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Slowly pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, stirring until fully combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. If using nuts, gently fold them in at this stage.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the edge comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for a fudgy texture.

Step 8

Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment overhang and cut into 12 squares or desired serving sizes.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your 'Brownie Points' with a scoop of ice cream or a glass of cold milk!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1037.9 grams (1037.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4250

Total Fat 227.50g	292%
Saturated Fat 112.10g	561%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 806mg	269%
Sodium 1439mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 583.80g	212%
Dietary Fiber 44.90g	160%
Total Sugars 438.00g
Protein 68.00g	136%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 316mg	24%
Iron 25mg	140%
Potassium 1633mg	35%

*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: 44.0%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 50.2%