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Perfect Fudgy Brownie

Perfect Fudgy Brownies

Perfect Fudgy Brownies are rich, gooey, and full of chocolate flavor with a crinkly top and soft center—an irresistible classic treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
cooling time in the pan 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 2117
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Cocoa Powder or Chocolate unsweetened cocoa powder or dark chocolate.
  • ½ cup Butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • ¾ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or spoon for mixing
  • 9x9 inch baking pan (or equivalent)
  • Parchment paper (for lining)
  • Toothpick (for testing doneness)
  • Wire rack (for cooling)

Method
 

  1. Melt butter with sugar and cocoa powder in a saucepan.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract and salt once the mixture cools slightly.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
  4. Fold in flour until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into a prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake at 325°F for 25–30 minutes.
  7. Test with a toothpick—moist crumbs mean done.
  8. Cool for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and enjoy!