These rich, fudgy, and decadent brownies are a chocolate lover’s dream! With a crisp top and a gooey center, they are the perfect treat for any occasion. 🍪✨
Ingredients:
✅ 200 g dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa) 🍫
✅ 150 g unsalted butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free version) 🧈
✅ 200 g sugar (granulated or brown for extra chewiness)
✅ 3 eggs 🥚
✅ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✅ 100 g all-purpose flour
✅ 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for extra chocolate intensity!)
✅ 1/2 tsp salt
✅ 1/2 tsp baking powder (optional, for a slightly lighter texture)
🔹 Optional Add-ins:
✅ Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds) 🌰
✅ Chocolate chips for extra gooeyness 🍫
✅ A pinch of espresso powder (enhances the chocolate flavor! ☕)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
2️⃣ Line a baking pan (20×20 cm or 8×8 inches) with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate & Butter
3️⃣ In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave (stirring every 20 seconds).
4️⃣ Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
5️⃣ In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
6️⃣ Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—don’t overmix!
Step 4: Bake
7️⃣ Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
8️⃣ Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter!).
Step 5: Cool & Serve
9️⃣ Let the brownies cool completely before slicing—this helps them set and keeps them fudgy.
🔟 Cut into squares and enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar! 🍦✨
Enjoy! 🍫
These brownies are chewy, gooey, and ultra-chocolatey—the perfect homemade treat!
✨ Extra Tip:
👉 Want a vegan version? Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg)!