Nigella Lawson Brownies
Indulge in pure decadence with Nigella Lawson's iconic brownie recipe—a treat that promises rich, fudgy perfection with every bite. Made with a luscious blend of dark chocolate and unsalted butter, these brownies are a chocolate lover's dream, featuring a beautifully cracked top and irresistibly gooey center. The recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, with just 20 minutes of prep time, making it a go-to dessert for both special occasions and everyday indulgence. A hint of vanilla and optional chopped walnuts add depth and texture, elevating the classic brownie to gourmet status. With a generous serving yield of 20 pieces, these brownies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for parties or as a decadent treat to enjoy at home. Whether you savor them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or cool with a dusting of powdered sugar, these chewy brownies are guaranteed to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 375 grams Unsalted butter
- 375 grams Dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa solids)
- 6 units Large eggs
- 500 grams Caster sugar
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 225 grams Plain flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line your brownie pan (approximately 33cm x 23cm) with parchment paper.
Melt the butter and dark chocolate together in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally to combine. Once melted, remove the pan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs together with the caster sugar and vanilla extract until combined and slightly frothy.
Slowly pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling.
In a separate bowl, sift together the plain flour and salt. Gently fold this dry mixture into the chocolate and egg mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with the spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. The top should look set and slightly cracked, but the middle should remain gooey for a fudgy texture.
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or rectangles for serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 589.1 g | 755% | |
| Saturated Fat | 306.6 g | 1533% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1946 mg | 649% | |
| Sodium | 2932 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 880.1 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.3 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 618.0 g | ||
| Protein | 106.7 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 43.7 mg | 243% | |
| Potassium | 3064 mg | 65% | |
*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.
