Description
These 30-minute fudgy one-bowl brownies are the ultimate chocolate dessert. Quick, simple, and made in just one bowl, they’re perfect for busy days. Packed with rich chocolate flavor, they’re perfectly fudgy with a hint of chewiness, making them a must-try for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Mix in granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Whisk in eggs and vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift in flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Fold until just combined—do not overmix.
- Optional Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips or chunks for extra fudginess.
- Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Toothpick inserted in center should come out with moist crumbs.
- Cool & Serve: Let brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out using parchment overhang. Slice into squares and enjoy.
Notes
For deeper chocolate flavor, add 1 teaspoon espresso powder.
To make it gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 brownies
