Classic Fudgy Brownies
Make Classic Fudgy Brownies, an American dessert recipe with unsalted butter, granulated sugar, large eggs. It has about 35 min, about 390 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Classic Fudgy Brownies is an American dessert recipe that takes about 35 min, makes 12 servings, has about 390 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
Classic Fudgy Brownies ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
How to make Classic Fudgy Brownies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring there is an overhang on the sides to easily lift the brownies later, then lightly grease the parchment paper.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter completely. Add 2 cups of granulated sugar to the melted butter and whisk vigorously until the mixture is well combined and smooth, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in 4 large eggs, one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated into the batter before adding the next. Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until the mixture is fragrant.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of salt until all the dry ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until the batter is just combined and no streaks of dry flour remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough, cakey brownies.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the brownie batter.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared 9x13 inch baking pan and use an offset spatula to spread it evenly across the bottom.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies comes out with moist crumbs attached, but no wet batter. The edges of the brownies should appear set and slightly puffed.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before attempting to cut them. This extended cooling time is crucial for achieving a truly fudgy texture.
Classic Fudgy Brownies FAQ
How do I make Classic Fudgy Brownies?
Make Classic Fudgy Brownies by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Classic Fudgy Brownies?
The main ingredients include unsalted butter, granulated sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract, unsweetened cocoa powder. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Classic Fudgy Brownies take?
This recipe takes about 35 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Classic Fudgy Brownies?
Recipe Genius estimates about 390 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.