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Homemade Brownies

Fudgy Homemade Brownies with a Crackly Top to Savor

Delicious and customizable Homemade Brownies with a rich, fudgy consistency and crackly tops that satisfy any chocolate lover's cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Include 1 extra yolk for fudginess.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • ¾ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Can opt for dark cocoa.
  • ½ cup Salted Butter (melted) Use unsalted butter for control over salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Walnuts (toasted and chopped) Omit for nut-free version.
  • ½ cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate (hand-chopped) Substitute with milk or dark chocolate.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 8x8-inch metal pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch metal pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. Beat together granulated sugar and large eggs (including the extra yolk) for about 3–5 minutes until pale and thick.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Sift the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder over the wet ingredients, then fold in gently.
  5. Pour in the melted salted butter and blend until glossy and smooth.
  6. Fold in the chopped walnuts and semi-sweet chocolate chunks, distributing evenly.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing out the top, and bake for 25–35 minutes.
  8. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before lifting out to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, avoid overmixing and check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs.

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