The Real Mccoy Brownies
Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with The Real McCoy Brownies—a decadent treat that lives up to its name. These rich, fudgy brownies are the perfect balance of gooey centers and crackly tops, making them the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. Featuring a luxurious combination of melted butter, semi-sweet chocolate, and cocoa powder, these brownies boast an intense chocolate flavor that’s impossible to resist. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the option to customize with mix-ins like chopped nuts or extra chocolate chunks, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results right at home. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests, these brownies stay moist and delicious for days—if they last that long! Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on their own, The Real McCoy Brownies are sure to become your new go-to homemade dessert.
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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 packed light brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 cup optional mix-ins (chopped nuts or chocolate chunks)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal, and lightly grease the paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and fully combined. Allow this to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick and glossy.
If using optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chunks, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Do not overbake.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This helps them set for perfect slicing.
Once cooled, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 even squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 4% | |
*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.
