Chocolate Squares of Joy Aka Baby Brownies
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with these Chocolate Squares of Joy, lovingly nicknamed Baby Brownies. These irresistibly fudgy morsels are crafted with a luscious blend of melted semi-sweet chocolate and cocoa powder for a deep, rich flavor, balanced perfectly with a touch of brown sugar for added moisture. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these bite-sized delights are baked to perfection, offering a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center and slightly crisp edges. Perfect as a snack or dessert, they can be topped with optional mini chocolate chips for an extra dose of decadence. Whether you're satisfying a chocolate craving or treating guests, these crowd-pleasing treats will quickly become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 175 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 70 grams all-purpose flour
- 25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams mini chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
Whisk in the eggs one at a time, beating well between each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, taking care not to overmix. The batter will be thick.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula. If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the top for extra decadence.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). Be mindful not to overbake for that perfect fudgy texture.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 16 small squares.
Serve and enjoy your Chocolate Squares of Joy for a happy, chocolate-filled moment!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.3 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.2 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 627 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 1371 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 412.5 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 313.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
