The BEST Brownie Recipe

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted and hot)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate (melted)
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the melted hot butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Whisk vigorously by hand for about 1-2 minutes until the sugar begins to dissolve and the mixture is well combined.

3. 3

   Add the room temperature eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Whisk for another 2 minutes. This step is crucial for creating that signature crackly brownie top.

4. 4

   Whisk in the melted semi-sweet chocolate until the batter is smooth and glossy.

5. 5

   Sift the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt directly into the wet ingredients.

6. 6

   Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix, as this will make the brownies cakey rather than fudgy.

7. 7

   Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer with your spatula.

9. 9

   Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Do not overbake.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang and slicing.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure your eggs are at room temperature so they incorporate easily without seizing the melted butter or chocolate. Using high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate will significantly impact the final flavor.

Nutrition per serving

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