Easy One-Bowl Fudgy Brownies
A quick and easy one-bowl recipe for rich, fudgy brownies with minimal cleanup, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Total Time: 32-35 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Optional: ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting the edges hang over the sides for easy lifting.
- Melt the butter and ⅓ cup (60g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy. Let cool slightly.
- Stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted butter mixture until combined and smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Sift if desired.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until no streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in optional chocolate chips or chopped nuts if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 22 to 25 minutes until edges are set and the center is slightly soft but not jiggly. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before lifting out using parchment edges and slicing.
Notes
Do not overmix after adding flour to keep brownies fudgy. Melt butter and chocolate slowly to avoid burning. Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation. Cool brownies completely before slicing for clean cuts. Parchment paper helps with easy removal and clean edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/16th of
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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