Description
These Easy One Bowl Fudgy Cocoa Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and simple to make with minimal ingredients and cleanup. Perfectly fudgy with just the right amount of sweetness, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, or oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably dutch processed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (leave out if using salted butter)
- 1/2 cup favorite add-ins (chopped dark chocolate, chocolate chips, or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the pan: Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8x8 inch square pan or a 9x5 loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper or foil, then set aside.
- Melt butter and combine sugar and cocoa: In a large microwave-safe mixing bowl, add the butter and microwave for 1 minute or until completely melted. Add sugar and cocoa powder, then whisk vigorously for at least one minute until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract. Whisk the mixture for at least one minute until fully combined and the batter looks shiny and smooth.
- Add flour and salt: Stir in the flour and salt until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix to ensure fudgy brownies.
- Fold in add-ins: Optionally, fold in your choice of 1/2 cup nuts, raisins, chocolate chips, or any preferred mix-ins.
- Bake the brownies: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the center is slightly set. Avoid over-baking to keep brownies moist and fudgy.
- Cool and slice: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting. Cut into 16 small squares or 9 large squares depending on preference.
Notes
- For extra gooey brownies, add 1 tablespoon of oil of choice along with the butter.
- Add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder to boost the chocolate flavor with an espresso twist.
- This recipe doubles well in a 9x13 or 9x9 pan; increase baking time by 5-7 minutes when doubled. Adjust servings to 32 accordingly.
- You can adjust the sugar between 3/4 cup and 1 1/4 cup according to your sweetness preference.
- Do not over-bake the brownies; baking for no more than 20-25 minutes keeps them moist and fudgy.
- Cut brownies as preferred: 16 small pieces or 9 larger servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
