These rich chocolate fudge brownies are dense, moist, and deeply chocolatey.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
They are easy to make and consistently deliver bakery-quality results.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Dark chocolate
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Vanilla extract
Directions
Melt chocolate and butter, mix batter, bake until set.
Servings and Timing
Serves 12.
Preparation time: 15 minutes.
Cooking time: 25 minutes.
Variations
Add walnuts or chocolate chips.
Storage/Reheating
Store up to 4 days at room temperature.
FAQs
Are these cakey?
No, they are fudgy.
Can I freeze brownies?
Yes.
Can I reduce sugar?
Slightly.
What cocoa works best?
Dutch-processed.
Can I add frosting?
Optional.
Are they kid-friendly?
Yes.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes.
Do they need refrigeration?
No.
Can I use oil instead of butter?
Butter is recommended.
How do I know they are done?
Center should be set.
Conclusion
Chocolate fudge brownies are a timeless dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Chocolate Fudge Brownies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Rich, dense, and ultra-chocolatey fudge brownies with a crackly top and a moist, gooey center, perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave and allow it to cool slightly.
- Whisk the melted butter with sugar until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Do not overbake for fudgy brownies.
- For extra richness, use dark chocolate chips.
- Brownies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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