
Preparation time | 15 min |
Cooking Time | 30 min |
Ready In | 45 min |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Servings | 8 |
Brownies are typically dense, chocolatey, and fudgy, with a crispy crust on the top and edges.
The ingredients for brownies usually include butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and cocoa powder. Some recipes also call for baking powder or baking soda to give the brownies a little rise, and additional ingredients such as nuts, chocolate chips, or marshmallows can be added for extra flavor and texture.
Brownies can be made in a variety of ways, from scratch or from a mix, and they can be baked in different shapes and sizes, including traditional square or rectangular shapes, as well as mini brownie bites or brownie pops. They can also be customized with different toppings, such as frosting, caramel, or sprinkles.
Brownies are a popular dessert in the United States and around the world, and they can be enjoyed on their own or served with ice cream, whipped cream, or other accompaniments.
Ingredients

Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Using butter, grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix well with a wooden spoon.
- After each egg addition, carefully mix before adding the next one.
- Stir in the flour until just combined. Don't overmix the batter.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- With a spatula, smooth the top after pouring the batter into the pan.
- A toothpick inserted in the centre should come out dry after baking for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Allow the brownies to finish cooling in the pan on a wire rack.
- Cut into squares and serve.
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