These Greenwich Village Brownstone Brownies are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers, offering a dense, fudgy texture that rivals any bakery in the city. Made with high-quality unsweetened chocolate and a generous amount of butter, they deliver a deep, robust cocoa flavor balanced by the warmth of toasted pecans. The combination of white sugar and packed brown sugar creates a complex sweetness, while light corn syrup ensures the brownies remain moist and chewy rather than cakey. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a quiet evening treat with coffee, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser. They require a bit of patience as they bake slowly to develop their signature dense crumb, but the result is a sophisticated dessert that feels both nostalgic and elegant.
Greenwich Village Brownstone Brownies
Description
These Greenwich Village Brownstone Brownies are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers, offering a dense, fudgy texture that rivals any bakery in the city. Made with high-quality unsweetened chocolate and a generous amount of butter, they deliver a deep, robust cocoa flavor balanced by the warmth of toasted pecans. The combination of white sugar and packed brown sugar creates a complex sweetness, while light corn syrup ensures the brownies remain moist and chewy rather than cakey. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a quiet evening treat with coffee, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser. They require a bit of patience as they bake slowly to develop their signature dense crumb, but the result is a sophisticated dessert that feels both nostalgic and elegant.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
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Butter an 8-inch square baking pan.
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Line the bottom of the pan with wax paper or parchment paper, then butter and lightly flour the paper.
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Melt the unsweetened chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the vanilla, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and corn syrup until well combined.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
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Slowly beat in the melted chocolate, flour, salt, and 1 cup of the pecans until just combined.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans over the top.
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Bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out fairly clean.
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Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
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Place another wire rack over the pan and carefully invert the brownies onto it.
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Remove the pan and peel off the paper lining.
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Invert the brownies back onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Chill the brownies for about 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1761.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 100.1g154%
- Saturated Fat 29.4g147%
- Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
- Sodium 746.9mg32%
- Total Carbohydrate 206.8g69%
- Dietary Fiber 18.7g75%
- Sugars 134.2g
- Protein 18.2g37%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
