Description
Classic brownies with a rich chocolate flavor, combining cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips for a fudgy texture. These brownies are easy to make, requiring simple ingredients and baking in an 8-inch pan to yield perfectly moist and dense treats.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate chips (dark chocolate preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray, then line it with parchment paper and spray the parchment paper lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, salt, and baking powder until well incorporated.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Components: Pour the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients bowl and gently stir together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain brownie texture.
- Transfer and Bake: Scrape the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top evenly. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 48 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center – it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. This helps to set the brownies, making them easier to slice and enhancing the texture.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate chips to intensify the chocolate flavor and add richness.
- Do not overbake; brownies can quickly dry out if left too long.
- Allow brownies to cool completely for cleaner slices and better texture.
- Parchment paper makes it easier to lift the brownies out of the pan without breaking.
- Adjust baking time slightly if you are using a different sized pan.
