Fudgey Brownies

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Servings: 20 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, dense chocolate bars with a crackly top and moist, fudge-like interior
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Fudgey Brownies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 20 Calories: 1033.1

Description

These Fudgey Brownies are the ultimate comfort dessert, delivering an intensely chocolatey experience in every bite. Made with unsweetened chocolate and butter, they offer a deep, robust flavor profile that is both sweet and slightly bitter. The texture is dense and moist, lacking the cakey rise of traditional brownies for a true fudge-like consistency. Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges, potlucks, or a simple weeknight treat, these brownies are easy to prepare with pantry staples. Whether served plain or topped with whipped cream, they provide a satisfying, indulgent end to any meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter and unsweetened chocolate together in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped nuts (or coconut if substituting).
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
  9. Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1033.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 53.9g83%
Saturated Fat 21.9g110%
Cholesterol 136.2mg46%
Sodium 1479.9mg62%
Total Carbohydrate 125.3g42%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g36%
Sugars 84.3g
Protein 14.6g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Substitution: Replace the 1/2 cup chopped nuts with 3/4 cup Angel Flake coconut for a tropical variation.

Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tip: For a fudgey texture, slightly underbake the brownies. If they look dry on top but are still gooey inside, that is the ideal state.

Keywords: baking, brownies, butter, chocolate, dessert, eggs, flour, fudgey, nuts, sugar, vanilla, vegetarian, homemade, chocolate-bar, easy-dessert
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