Quick Chocolate Brownies – Thick, Gooey, and Fudgy
Quick and easy fudgy chocolate brownies with a moist, dense texture and optional chocolate chips or nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch pan.
- Melt butter and allow to cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs and vanilla, then add butter and sugar.
- Fold in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Pour batter into pan and bake 20–25 minutes.
- Cool 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Avoid overbaking for fudgy brownies. Add espresso powder or swirl in caramel for flavor variations. Freeze for later use.