Description
Rich and fudgy cocoa powder brownies made with melted butter, cocoa, and a touch of vanilla, topped with chocolate chips and nuts for added texture and flavor. These classic brownies are perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings with a moist, dense crumb and a balanced sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt Butter and Combine Wet Ingredients: Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to remove lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 9 to 12 pieces. Enjoy your fudgy, chocolatey brownies!
Notes
- You can substitute nuts with additional chocolate chips if you prefer a nut-free version.
- Do not overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
