Easy Brownie
This Easy Brownie Recipe is a quick and comforting treat that delivers rich chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted use high-quality butter for depth.
- 2 cups granulated sugar for a less sweet version, reduce to 1 3/4 cups.
- 4 large eggs, room temperature for an eggless or vegan version, see Tips and Variations.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract fresh vanilla makes a noticeable difference.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour for gluten-free, substitute with a 1:1 GF blend.
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted Dutch-process for a deeper flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt balances the chocolate.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder optional for a slightly cakier crumb.
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped bittersweet chocolate mix for texture.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional, for added texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until glossy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or chopped chocolate and any optional add-ins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. For fudgy brownies, start checking at 22 minutes.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
Store cooled brownies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.