Fudgy Chocolate Brownie

Ingredients

• 115 g unsalted butter (melted)
• 200 g granulated sugar
• 2 eggs (large, room temperature)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 50 g cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 65 g all-purpose flour
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 100 g semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate bars)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until well combined and slightly pale.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.

5. 5

   Fold in the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate pieces.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. 7

   Bake for 20-25 minutes. The center should still be slightly soft to the touch, and a toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs.

8. 8

   Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing to ensure a fudgy texture.

Notes

For an extra crackly top, ensure you whisk the sugar and eggs very well to dissolve the sugar. You can add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top before serving.

Nutrition per serving

• brownie
• dessert
• chocolate
• baked
• sweet
• snack