Shiny-Topped, Rich, Fudgy Brownies

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (180 °C) (175°C (350 °F)). Line an 8 or 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 2/3 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt until well combined.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, whisk 3 eggs for about 1 minute until they become foamy and slightly thick.

   Start 1-minute timer
4. 4

   Melt 2 sticks of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Vigorously whisk 2 cups of sugar into the melted butter until the mixture is nearly emulsified and resembles wet sand.

6. 6

   Add the butter-sugar mixture to the beaten eggs, whisking constantly until they are thoroughly combined.

7. 7

   Whisk in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.

8. 8

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk one last time until the batter is thoroughly mixed.

9. 9

   Transfer the batter to the prepared foil-lined pan and spread evenly.

10. 10

    Bake for 37 to 40 minutes. The top should be shiny and crackly.

    Start 40-minute timer
11. 11

    Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting them out by the foil and cutting.

    Start 30-minute timer