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Perfect Brownies Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 16 squares
Calories 200
Indulge in these rich and fudgy brownies, perfect for any chocolate lover!

Ingredients

Baking Essentials

  • 5 ounces 70% bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large yolk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch baking pan.
  • Melt chocolate and butter over simmering water, then cool slightly.
  • Whisk sugar, eggs, yolk, salt, and vanilla until light, then mix in chocolate.
  • Stir in flour and cocoa until combined, then pour into pan and top with walnuts.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes until set, then cool before cutting.

Notes

For extra fudginess, do not overbake!
Calories: 200kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate