Description
Deliciously rich and fudgy cocoa powder brownies that are easy to make with simple ingredients. These homemade brownies feature a perfect balance of sweet cocoa flavor and tender texture, ideal for any chocolate lover’s dessert cravings.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of brownies.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk again until fully incorporated and slightly thickened.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula just until no dry streaks remain to avoid overmixing which can make the brownies tough.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center which should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 9 squares. This cooling step helps set the brownies and enhances their fudgy texture.
Notes
- For fudgier brownies, bake for around 20 minutes, removing them when the center is still slightly underdone.
- For cakier brownies, extend baking to 25 minutes for a more set and airy texture.
- Optional mix-ins include folding in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or swirling peanut butter into the batter before baking for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
