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Chocolate Brownies

Classic Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Classic Chocolate Brownies are more than just a dessert; they're a slice of culinary history, a testament to the enduring appeal of chocolate, and a symbol of sweet moments shared.
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Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl,
  • 1 Mixer Hand mixer or whisk
  • 1 8*8 Baking pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (2) sticks unsalted butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cop all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks optional
  • 1/2 cup nuts optional

Instructions
 

  • . Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  • Melt the Butter:In a microwave-safe bowl or in a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until it's completely liquid.
  • . Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  • . Add the Dry Ingredients:
    Sift the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want a fudgy texture.
  • . Bake the Brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
  • . Cool and Slice:Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan and onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Cut and Serve:Once the brownies are completely cool, use a sharp knife to cut them into squares or rectangles. Serve your Classic Chocolate Brownies and enjoy!
  • Variations:You can customize your brownies by adding ingredients like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, swirls of caramel, or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking. For a gooey center, slightly underbake the brownies, so the toothpick comes out with some moist crumbs attached.