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The Best Cocoa Fudge Brownies Recipe

The Best Cocoa Fudge Brownies Recipe


  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 brownies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of these Cocoa Fudge Brownies. With the perfect balance of chocolatey flavor and chewy texture, these brownies are sure to become a family favorite.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (43g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (170g) unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons (28ml) oil (canola, vegetable, or coconut)
  • 1 and 1/3 cups (265g) granulated sugar (divided)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
  • 3/4 cup (128 grams) chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Sift dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, cocoa powder, and espresso powder.
  3. Melt butter mixture: In a saucepan, melt together the butter, oil, and part of the sugar.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, egg yolk, vanilla, and remaining sugar.
  5. Combine mixtures: Gradually mix the warm butter mixture into the egg mixture.
  6. Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
  7. Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 28-30 minutes until set.
  8. Cool and serve: Cool the brownies completely on a rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra richness, add a handful of chopped nuts to the batter.
  • Store leftover brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Cocoa Fudge Brownies, Brownie Recipe, Fudgy Brownies