Best Fudgy Brownies

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"Although boxed brownies hold a special place in our heart, these homemade brownies are the new staple in our house. They are the best brownies!"
-- @kitchenbythesea

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While we all hold a soft spot for nostalgic boxed brownies, these homemade morsels have claimed the throne as the undisputed champions in Maddie and Jules' household. Prepare to be enchanted by the perfect blend of rich flavors of deep dark chocolate and a velvety texture, making these brownies an unrivaled delight for every palate. You're going to want to give these a try!

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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 25mins
Serves or Makes: 12 brownies

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ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 14 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder (optional)

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter and line a 9-by-13-inch metal baking dish with parchment paper

  • Step 2

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.

  • Step 3

    Remove from the heat and add the chocolate. If the heat from the butter does not fully melt the chocolate, put the pan back over the heat for 10 seconds and stir until melted. (Note: if you are using a chocolate bar, you will need to melt the chocolate longer on the stove.)

  • Step 4

    Set chocolate mixture aside to cool.

  • Step 5

    Sift the flour, espresso powder and cocoa powder into a small mixing bowl. Set aside.

  • Step 6

    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sugars, salt, and vanilla. Using a mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or hand mixer), beat on high speed until the mixture thickens and becomes pale in color and falls from the beater in a wide ribbon that folds back on itself and slowly dissolves on the surface, 4 to 5 minutes

  • Step 7

    Using a rubber spatula, fold the cooled chocolate into the egg mixture.

  • Step 8

    Add the flour, cocoa powder, and espresso powder and fold it in quickly but gently with the rubber spatula so that you don't deflate the air that's been incorporated into the eggs.

  • Step 9

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

  • Step 10

    Bake until the top looks slightly cracked and feels soft to the touch, about 25 minutes.

  • Step 11

    Let cool completely on a wire rack.

  • Step 12

    Using a sharp knife, cut into 12 squares, or size desired.