Description
Rich, fudgy, and irresistibly chocolatey, these homemade fudge brownies are the ultimate indulgence. With a deep cocoa flavor, chewy texture, and a classic crackly top, they’re easy to make with simple ingredients. Perfect for bake sales, parties, or a cozy night in, these brownies will satisfy any chocolate craving.
Ingredients
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 or 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Melt Butter & Mix – In a large bowl, melt butter. Stir in sugar until combined.
- Add Cocoa & Eggs – Whisk in cocoa powder and salt. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Flour – Gradually mix in flour until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips, if using.
- Bake – Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool & Serve – Let brownies cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Start checking for doneness at 25 minutes to prevent overbaking.
For clean slices, chill brownies before cutting and wipe the knife clean between cuts.
Experiment with add-ins like nuts, caramel, or peanut butter swirls for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16-20 brownies
- Calories: 180 kcal per brownie
