These classic chocolate brownies yield a rich, fudgy texture balanced with a deep chocolate flavor. They are perfect for dessert or an indulgent snack. For a dairy-free variation, substitute the butter for a plant-based alternative and ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free.
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
– 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
– 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
– Optional: 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Beat in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
5. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and spread it out.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
7. Allow brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 16 servings):
– Calories: ~130 kcal
– Total Fat: 6.5g
– Saturated Fat: 4g
– Cholesterol: 35mg
– Sodium: 60mg
– Carbohydrates: 18g
– Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
– Sugars: 13g
– Protein: 2g