Indulge in the perfect fudgy brownies with this homemade brownies recipe. Made entirely from scratch, these decadent chocolate treats are rich, moist, and irresistibly delicious. With a crackly top and a chewy, fudge-like center, these brownies are the ultimate comfort food. They are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a special celebration, or just a late-night indulgence. Gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a chocolatey journey!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (75g) cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The first brownie recipe appeared in a cookbook published in 1896.
Brownies were named after their dark color and fudgy texture.
The fudgy texture of brownies is achieved by using less flour and more chocolate.
Adding a pinch of instant coffee to the batter enhances the chocolate flavor of brownies.
Brownies are typically topped with powdered sugar, frosting, or a scoop of ice cream.