Description
Homemade classic brownies blend rich chocolate flavors with a perfect fudgy texture that delights dessert enthusiasts. Warm chocolate notes and silky smooth consistency invite bakers to savor each delectable chocolate square.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 oz (140 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar
- 3 large (150 g) eggs, at room temperature
- ¾ cup (95 g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (125 g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsps (15 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp (4 g) pure coffee extract
- ¼ tsp (1 g) salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Position oven rack centrally and preheat to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, fully covering bottom and sides, then lightly grease with butter.
- Chocolate Melting: Create a double boiler using a heat-resistant stainless steel bowl over gently simmering water. Melt chocolate and butter together, stirring until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Batter Formation: Remove chocolate mixture from heat. Whisk in sugar and cocoa powder until thoroughly blended. Incorporate coffee and vanilla extracts, creating a rich base.
- Egg Integration: Add eggs individually, mixing completely after each addition to ensure a smooth, homogeneous batter. Gently fold in chocolate chips, flour, and salt, guaranteeing no dry ingredients remain unmixed.
- Baking Process: Transfer batter to prepared pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a level surface. Bake for 23-27 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge with a few moist crumbs.
- Cooling and Serving: Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares and serve at room temperature or chilled. Store in an airtight container or freeze for future enjoyment.
Notes
- Optimize Oven Placement: Center rack ensures even heat distribution for perfectly baked brownies with consistent texture.
- Master Chocolate Melting: Use gentle double boiler technique to prevent chocolate from burning or seizing, creating smooth, glossy base.
- Egg Incorporation Technique: Add eggs one at a time and mix thoroughly to create a uniform, silky batter that guarantees rich, fudgy consistency.
- Doneness Detection: Toothpick test is crucial – a few moist crumbs indicate ideal brownie texture, preventing dry or overcooked results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg