The best brownies are made with double the chocolate and have a classic crinkle top. Rich, fudgy, and chewy brownie perfection.
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Easy for kids to make!
This is a great one-bowl brownie recipe that will help minimize the mess while cooking with kids. It is fun to bake these brownies from scratch, so that kids can see all of the ingredients come together to create their favorite treat.
Kids will also have a great time frosting and eating these brownies!
Best brownies
This is the perfect brownie recipe! A genius blend of chocolatey goodness, combined with The Best Frosting for Brownies, is the most delicious brownie recipe ever!
When it comes to brownies, there seem to be an unlimited number of options. Here are some of my favorites.
- Gooey Caramel Brownies
- Think Outside of the Box Brownies
- Peppermint Cloud Brownies
- Fudgy Squash Brownies
- The Ultimate Cookie Stuffed Brownies
Recipe uses only a few ingredients!
One of my favorite aspects of this recipe is that it is so easy to follow, and uses only 10 ingredients! Most of the ingredients can already be found in your home.
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Melt the butter, chocolate and cocoa together to intensify the cocoa and chocolate flavor. I let this mixture cool a bit before mixing it into the other ingredients.
Using a mixture of granulated and brown sugar creates the perfect sweetness and chew, since the brown sugar has a bit of molasses in it.
Four whole eggs help with leavening, making the brownies rise, and make them rich and chewy too – making this the ultimate brownie recipe.
Double chocolate brownies that will satisfy all cravings for gooey, chocolatey goodness.
It's no-nonsense, all chocolate! I'm a firm believer that chocolate can not only satisfy cravings, but boost your mood as well. This recipe results in moist brownies that don't taste underdone!
These brownies are made with unsweetened cocoa which gives them a dark, very chocolatey flavor. Frosting on top packs in a powerful punch of sweetness that ties everything together.
The Ultimate Brownie Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350ºF. Line a greased 9-by-13-inch pan with foil or parchment allowing it to hang over the sides. Set aside.
- Put butter, chocolate, and cocoa in a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave until butter is melted. Stir, microwaving for 30 more seconds if needed, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt and set aside.
- Put sugar, eggs and vanilla in a large mixing bowl and beat on medium-high speed until pale, 2 to 3 min. Add chocolate mixture; beat until combined. Add flour mixture; beat, scraping down sides of bowl, until well incorporated.
- Pour batter into prepared pan; smooth top with a spatula. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out with a few crumbs, but is not wet, 27 to 30 min (don't over bake). Let cool in pan, then lift out brownies. Cut into squares, or frost and then cut.
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Recipe, food styling, photography Tara Teaspoon. Also written by Anne Marie Miller. 06/19
Anne Marie Miller says
So tasty and the perfect consistency. Can't wait to make these again!!
Tara says
Always a hit!!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy says
This is my kind of brownie. NO frosting. Simple, basic and so darn delicious. The perfect bbq party dessert. Great for picnics and to take to the cottage too.
Tara says
Yes, totally agree!!
Paula Montenegro says
These images are everything a brownie should be! Amazing! Love the crackly top, it'sperfection.
Elaine Benoit says
That crinkly top makes these brownies for me. They look so delicious, moist and perfect!
Tara says
totally classic, right!?
Jacquelyn Hastert says
Love, love, love these Tara! I made them last night and they were divine. My family devoured them in minutes.
Tara says
Awesome!! You're the best! I'm happy they loved them.
Tammy says
These certainly look like a fantastic batch of brownies!! I wish I could reach in and grab one right now...I absolutely LOVE brownies 🙂
Danielle says
Oh my, just look at that texture! It is incredible. Time for me to test a few recipes as it has been a while since I was using only my favorite one. I guess I should start with yours! 😉
Tara says
shaking things up is always fun! And delicious.
Chef Dennis says
I'm a sucker for brownies. And your brownies look like little bites of chocolate heaven!
Vanessa says
These are so fudgy, and dense in the best possible brownie way!! Excellent brownie recipe.
Ana F says
Made these for my hubby that is a brownie lover and he was all over them! They came out perfect with the right amount of chocolate. Thank you!
Tara says
Awesome! I'm so happy they were a hit
Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says
Love that these brownies have easy ingredients we all have in the fridge and pantry! Plus they look so chocolatey and fudgy! A yummy treat indeed!
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says
These brownies look truly perfect! Love all of your great tips and tricks for getting them just right.
Tara says
Ah thanks!
Jo says
Never say no to brownies, and especially when it looks so perfect and so delicious! That crinkly top is amazing!
Tara says
Ohhh thanks! I agree!