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Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Rich, dense, and gooey chocolate brownies with a crackly top and intense chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped
  • 150 g unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 eggs large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips optional
  • flaky sea salt optional topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk or hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.
  3. Whisk in sugars while warm.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Mix dry ingredients separately, then fold into batter.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour into pan and smooth top.
  8. Bake 20–25 minutes until edges set and center soft.
  9. Cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Do not overbake for maximum fudginess. Use high-quality chocolate for best results.