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Homemade Brownies Recipe

4.5 from 112 reviews

This homemade brownies recipe offers a classic, rich, and fudgy treat made from simple ingredients. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these brownies combine a balanced sweetness from granulated and brown sugar, deep cocoa flavor, and a tender, moist texture thanks to the eggs and butter. They’re easy to prepare and ideal as a dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
  2. Melt butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat until fully liquid. Then remove from heat.
  3. Mix sugars and eggs: Stir granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted butter until combined. Let it cool slightly before adding the eggs to prevent them from cooking.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  7. Pour batter into pan: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

  • For fudgier brownies, reduce the baking time slightly.
  • You can add nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.

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