Ultimate Brownies
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey perfection of these Ultimate Brownies—a dessert guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth! Featuring a decadent blend of melted butter and semi-sweet chocolate, these brownies boast a fudgy center with a perfectly crackly top. Sweetened with a combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar for depth, and enhanced with cocoa powder for extra chocolate intensity, every bite delivers pure bliss. Optional add-ins like chocolate chips and chopped nuts add delightful texture to this classic treat. Ready in just 45 minutes, these brownies are foolproof and perfect for any occasion. Pair them with vanilla ice cream or enjoy them on their own for the ultimate indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 170 grams semi-sweet chocolate
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 95 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams chocolate chips (optional)
- 50 grams walnuts or pecans (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a square 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium heatproof bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together over a saucepan of simmering water (double-boiler method). Stir occasionally until smooth, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the mixture. Gently fold using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If using, fold in the chocolate chips and nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a 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. Do not overbake for fudgy brownies.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan.
Cut into 9 squares and serve. Enjoy your Ultimate Brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4770 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 282.0 g | 362% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.3 g | 717% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 934 mg | 311% | |
| Sodium | 1518 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 566.4 g | 206% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 438.6 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 2373 mg | 50% | |
*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.
