One Bowl Brownies with Variations
Indulge your sweet tooth with these rich and fudgy One Bowl Brownies with Variations—a simple yet versatile recipe perfect for any occasion. Made with just a handful of pantry staples and requiring minimal cleanup, these brownies come together in a single bowl, making them a baker’s dream. The base recipe combines melted butter, semi-sweet chocolate, and a touch of cocoa powder for an ultra-decadent texture, while a mix of granulated and brown sugars adds the perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness. Personalize your brownies with optional mix-ins like crunchy nuts, gooey chocolate chips, or dried fruit to suit your cravings. Ready in under an hour, these crowd-pleasing treats are ideal for everything from after-dinner desserts to bake-sale showstoppers. Whether you dust them with powdered sugar, drizzle melted chocolate over the top, or serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, these brownies are guaranteed to impress! Keywords: One Bowl Brownies, easy brownies recipe, customizable brownies, chocolate dessert, fudgy brownies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 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 (e.g., chopped nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit, or candy pieces)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Using a sieve, sift the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder directly into the bowl. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with the spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Be careful not to overbake.
Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 squares.
Serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for presentation. For a twist, consider topping with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 148.8 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.9 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 1744 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 591.7 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.2 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 438.7 g | ||
| Protein | 59.9 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1571 mg | 33% | |
*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.
