Description

These fudgy one-bowl brownies feature a dense, chocolatey center and a satisfyingly thin, crackly crinkle top. Made with pantry staples and requiring only one bowl for mixing, they are the ultimate easy dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

4 ounces (113g) unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (20g) unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, and grease lightly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk granulated sugar and eggs vigorously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is pale, glossy, and thickened.
Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the sugar-egg mixture. Add vanilla extract and instant espresso powder. Whisk until just combined.
Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes. The edges should be set and pulling away from the sides, but the center should still look slightly soft and jiggly.
Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before lifting out using the parchment sling and slicing into squares.

Notes

Do not use chocolate chips as they contain stabilizers that prevent a smooth melt. Whisking the sugar and eggs vigorously is crucial for the crackly top. Underbake slightly for a fudgy texture; they will firm up as they cool. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 320
Sugar: 32
Sodium: 180
Fat: 16
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 42
Fiber: 2
Protein: 4

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