Fantastic Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey treat with these Fantastic Brownies, a rich and decadent dessert guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth. Made with a luxurious combination of melted semi-sweet chocolate and cocoa powder, these brownies deliver an irresistibly fudgy center with a perfectly crackled top. The batter comes together effortlessly in under 15 minutes and features pantry staples like granulated and brown sugar for just the right balance of sweetness, while a hint of vanilla adds a warm, aromatic touch. Want to take them up a notch? Fold in optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips for added texture and flavor. Baked to perfection in a 9x9-inch pan, these crowd-pleasing brownies are perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or a simple after-dinner indulgence. Whether you slice them into classic squares or enjoy them straight from the pan, these Fantastic Brownies live up to their name as the best homemade dessert you'll ever bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup optional mix-ins, such as chopped nuts or more chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl or a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips together. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until well combined. Add the vanilla extract and whisk again.
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar-egg mixture while whisking continuously to prevent cooking the eggs.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
If using optional mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (do not overbake).
Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan.
Slice into 12 equal squares and serve. Enjoy your Fantastic Brownies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.6 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.3 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1545 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 618.5 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.7 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 469.1 g | ||
| Protein | 73.4 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 25.2 mg | 140% | |
| Potassium | 1876 mg | 40% | |
*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.
