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brownies recipe homemade

Brownies Recipe Homemade: Shockingly Simple 6-Step Guide

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  • Author: Oliver Hargrove
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This homemade brownies recipe delivers rich, fudgy goodness. It’s perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a simple treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Beat until well combined.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in chocolate chips, if desired.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake them.
  • For cakier brownies, bake them a bit longer.
  • Add nuts, candies, or other toppings for extra flavor and texture.
  • Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg