Fudgy Chocolate Brownies (Printable Version)
Rich, fudgy chocolate squares made with brown sugar and cocoa powder for an irresistible chewy texture and deep chocolate flavor.
# Ingredients:
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½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
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½ cup (100 g) dark brown sugar
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½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
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½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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½ cup semisweet chocolate chips (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
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Add dark brown sugar and granulated sugar to the melted butter and stir until smooth.
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Beat in the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda.
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Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
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Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips if using.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
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Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Notes:
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For fudgier brownies, bake for the minimum time suggested. For cakier brownies, bake a few minutes longer.