Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
Dive into a Chocolate Abyss! 🍫 Super Simple Brownies for True Chocolate Lovers
Warning: Extreme chocolate decadence ahead! Prepare to be submerged in a fudgy chocolate dreamscape with these incredibly easy brownies. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth, these are guaranteed to make you feel like you’re in chocolate paradise. Bake them and watch them disappear!
Brownie Batter Ingredients- 150g Dark Chocolate (at least 50% cocoa content recommended)
- 100g Unsalted Butter, cubed
- 150g Granulated Sugar
- 2g Salt (about 2 pinches)
- 3 Large Eggs, at room temperature
- 70g Cake Flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 10g Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 5g Vanilla Extract
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients. Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for better emulsification. Sift the cake flour and cocoa powder together into a bowl to remove lumps and aerate them for a smoother batter.
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and cubed butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat, as chocolate can burn. (Alternatively, you can melt them using a double boiler.)
Step 3
Pour the sugar into the melted chocolate-butter mixture. Stir gently until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture looks glossy. It’s okay if a few sugar grains remain; the key is to incorporate it well.
Step 4
Add the room-temperature eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition until fully combined. Avoid overmixing; the goal is to blend the eggs into the chocolate mixture evenly. Stir in the vanilla extract at this stage.
Step 5
Add the sifted dry ingredients (flour and cocoa powder) to the wet mixture. Using a spatula, gently fold them in until just combined. Stop mixing as soon as you no longer see any streaks of flour. Overmixing can lead to tough brownies.
Step 6
Your brownie batter is ready! It will be quite thick – this is the secret to a rich, fudgy texture.
Step 7
Line a baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and gently tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any large air bubbles and to level the surface. This helps ensure even baking.
Step 8
Sprinkle your desired toppings, such as sliced almonds or crumble, evenly over the batter. The almonds will become wonderfully fragrant and add a delightful crunch as they bake.
Step 9
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for about 30 minutes. Baking time may vary depending on your oven. Aim for a brownie that is slightly crisp on the edges and wonderfully moist inside.
Step 10
Insert a skewer or toothpick into the center of the brownie. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached, it’s perfectly done. If it comes out with wet batter, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes and check again.
Step 11
Once baked, remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan on a wire rack. They are fragile when warm, so allow them to cool completely before cutting into your desired portions. Enjoy your incredibly rich and delicious homemade brownies!
