Rosie’S Award-Winning Brownies

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Advanced
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Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a perfect crackly top and chewy interior
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Rosie’S Award-Winning Brownies

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 338.3

Description

These award-winning brownies are the epitome of indulgent home baking. Featuring a deep chocolate flavor derived from melted unsweetened chocolate and butter, they offer a dense, fudgy texture that is superior to cake-like alternatives. The addition of walnuts provides a satisfying crunch, while vanilla extract enhances the overall depth. Ideal for weekend baking, holiday gatherings, or simply as a comforting treat after dinner. They pair beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a strong cup of coffee. The secret lies in letting them cool completely and ideally resting overnight for the flavors to fully meld.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
  2. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter or vegetable oil.
  3. Melt the unsweetened chocolate and butter together in the top of a double boiler placed over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and allow the chocolate mixture to cool for 5 minutes.
  5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the 1 1/4 cups of sugar and the cooled chocolate mixture.
  6. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the mixture until well blended, about 25 seconds.
  7. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  8. Add the vanilla extract.
  9. Add the eggs one at a time on medium-low speed, beating well after each addition until the yolk is broken and dispersed, about 10 seconds per egg.
  10. Scrape the bowl again and beat for 15 more seconds until the batter is velvety.
  11. Add the flour on low speed and mix for 20 seconds.
  12. Finish mixing by hand, folding gently to ensure all flour at the bottom of the bowl is incorporated.
  13. Stir in 1/2 cup of the chopped walnuts.
  14. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  15. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of chopped walnuts over the top.
  16. Bake on the center oven rack for 35 minutes, or until a thin crust forms on top and a tester inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  17. Remove from the oven and place the pan on a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 338.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.1g38%
Saturated Fat 14.8g74%
Cholesterol 28.7mg10%
Sodium 10.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 26.2g9%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 20.5g
Protein 2.3g5%

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

Keywords: brownies, chocolate, fudgy, baking, dessert, walnuts, vanilla, homemade, indulgent, comfort food, vegetarian, sweet, easy, classic, party
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