Homemade brownies are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! With their rich, fudgy texture and irresistible flavor, they’re the perfect indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a movie night, family gathering, or just craving a sweet snack, these brownies are sure to disappear in no time. Quick to make and even quicker to enjoy, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Why Make This Recipe
Why should you make these brownies? First, they are super easy to whip up! You probably already have the ingredients in your kitchen. Plus, they bake in just 25 minutes. Soon enough, you’ll have warm, gooey brownies ready to be enjoyed!
How to Make Homemade Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, and the vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips if you’re using them, making sure they are evenly spread in the batter.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Let the brownies cool in the pan before cutting them into squares.
How to Serve Homemade Brownies
These brownies are perfect on their own, but you can also serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Drizzle a little chocolate syrup or sprinkle some nuts for extra flavor!
How to Store Homemade Brownies
Store your brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can store them in the fridge for a week or freeze them for up to a month.
Tips to Make Homemade Brownies
- Don’t overbake! Check them around 20 minutes to keep that fudgy texture.
- For an added twist, try adding chopped nuts or swirls of peanut butter before baking.
- Let them cool completely for the best cutting experience.
Variation
You can make a peanut butter version by adding dollops of peanut butter to the batter before baking. You can also create a mint brownie by adding a few drops of mint extract!
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FAQs
1. Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, but if you use salted butter, skip the added salt in the recipe.
2. How do I know when the brownies are done?
The brownies are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, but not wet batter.
3. Can I add other ingredients, like nuts or candy?
Absolutely! Feel free to mix in your favorite nuts or candy pieces to give your brownies a fun twist.
