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The BEST Fudgy & Gooey Brownies Recipe for Chocolate Lovers Recipe

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4.7 from 66 reviews
  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the ultimate fudgy and gooey brownies, perfectly suited for chocolate lovers. This recipe combines rich dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and a touch of brown sugar to create a moist, dense texture with a melt-in-your-mouth quality. Optional walnuts and extra chocolate chunks add delightful texture and bursts of flavor, baked to perfection in just over half an hour.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 200 g unsalted butter
  • 200 g dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup brown sugar (loosely packed)
  • 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Optional Add-ins

  • 180 g dark chocolate block/bar (chopped into chunks)
  • 1.5 cups roughly chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C fan forced to ensure even baking.
  2. Prepare Baking Tin: Spray a 20 cm (8 inch) square tin with oil and line it with baking or parchment paper leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  3. Melt Butter and Chocolate: Place butter and dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30 second bursts, stirring between, until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Mix in brown sugar and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture until combined, then add the lightly beaten eggs and mix well until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift in plain flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until the mixture is evenly combined and smooth. If using, fold in the chopped dark chocolate chunks and walnuts.
  6. Pour and Spread Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake: Bake for 24 minutes for extra gooey centers, 28 minutes for fudgy but moist brownies, or 32 minutes for a moist fudge-cake texture. If no extra chocolate chunks are added, reduce baking time by 2 minutes.
  8. Rest and Cool: Allow the brownies to rest for 10 minutes in the tin before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Let cool completely for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra gooey brownies, do not overbake and stick to 24 minutes or less.
  • Adding chopped chocolate chunks and walnuts enhances texture and flavor but is optional.
  • Using parchment paper with an overhang makes it much easier to remove the brownies from the pan neatly.
  • Brown sugar adds moisture and depth to the brownies; do not substitute with white sugar for the same effect.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24-32 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: brownies, fudgy brownies, gooey brownies, chocolate dessert, walnut brownies, dark chocolate brownies, easy brownie recipe

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