Description
Brownies are the ultimate comfort food, with their rich, fudgy texture and irresistible chocolate flavor. This easy homemade brownie recipe is perfect for any occasion, from cozy nights in to festive gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch of these delicious treats that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat, then mix in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before whisking in the eggs one at a time and adding vanilla extract.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt, gently folding until just combined. If using, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg