Virginia Brownies
Indulge in the rich, fudgy decadence of Virginia Brownies—an irresistible treat that perfectly balances gooey chocolate goodness with a crackly top layer. Made with a blend of melted butter, two types of sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder, these brownies boast an intensely moist texture and deep chocolate flavor. The addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips elevates every bite, while optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch for nut lovers. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under 30, these brownies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Perfectly portioned into 12 servings, Virginia Brownies are a sweet way to satisfy your chocolate cravings, whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoyed as an afternoon snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 pcs large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped pecans to the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter). Do not overbake to ensure a fudgy texture.
Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, slice into 12 equal squares and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.6 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.4 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 992 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 1620 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 827.3 g | 301% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 84.9 g | 303% | |
| Total Sugars | 593.6 g | ||
| Protein | 90.3 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 44.3 mg | 246% | |
| Potassium | 3512 mg | 75% | |
*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.
