The Best Brownies

Indulge in rich, fudgy decadence with *The Best Brownies*—the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! This easy brownie recipe features a perfect blend of melted butter and semi-sweet chocolate, creating an irresistibly glossy and flavorful batter. With layers of sweetness from granulated and light brown sugar, a hint of cocoa for depth, and optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips for added texture, these brownies strike the perfect balance between gooey and chewy. Ready in just under an hour, including 15 minutes of prep time, these dreamy homemade brownies are baked to perfection with a slightly crackly top and soft, moist interior. Serve them warm for an ooey-gooey experience or let them cool completely for clean, elegant squares. This 8x8-inch pan classic is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that will have everyone begging for more! Keywords: fudgy brownies, easy homemade dessert, chocolate dessert recipe, best brownie recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.25 cups 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
• 1 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chopped nuts, extra chocolate chips)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together. Stir frequently until smooth and fully combined, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the slightly cooled chocolate mixture until smooth and glossy.

Step 4

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.

Step 6

If using optional mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (avoid overbaking).

Step 9

Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 equal squares.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your decadent brownies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1240.9 grams (1240.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5107

Total Fat 260.70g	334%
Saturated Fat 127.20g	636%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 806mg	269%
Sodium 1946mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 707.40g	257%
Dietary Fiber 55.00g	196%
Total Sugars 537.40g
Protein 79.10g	158%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 415mg	32%
Iron 26mg	147%
Potassium 2175mg	46%

*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: 42.7%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 51.5%