Brownies to Die For

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the melted butter and stir to combine.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add to the egg mixture and stir until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from oven and let cool before cutting into squares.

Interesting Facts

• Brownies were invented in the late 19th century in Chicago.
• Brownies are considered a type of bar cookie.
• Brownies are a popular dessert all over the world.
• Brownies are a great way to use up leftover pieces of chocolate.