Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Best Fudgy Cocoa Brownies. With a rich, deep cocoa flavor and a soft, chewy texture, these brownies are a chocolate lover’s paradise. They strike the perfect balance of sweetness, melting in your mouth while leaving you wanting another bite. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients that can be whipped up in just 40 minutes. Feel free to customize your brownies with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips to elevate the flavor and texture even more. Get ready to delight in every decadent bite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares for serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor. Be careful not to overmix the batter; it should be just combined for optimal fudginess. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips before baking.