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Two brownies stacked on top of each other on a white plate.

Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownies

With their rich, decadent flavor and moist, chewy texture, this sweet treat is a chocolate lover's dream!
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9
Calories 329 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1-¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Line an 8 x 8 inch metal pan with non-stick aluminum foil or parchment paper, and grease with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place butter and sugar in a microwave safe bowl and heat for approximately 1 minute, until butter is melted, then stir.
  • Stir in the eggs, egg yolk, vanilla and vegetable oil. Mix in the cocoa powder until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir in the flour, baking soda, cornstarch and salt just until combined. Gently mix in the chocolate chips.
  • Spread brownie batter into your lined pan; batter will be very thick. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until toothpick inserted in center comes out with a few crumbs attached. Do not overtake Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before cutting.

Notes

  • You can double the recipe and bake in a 9 x 13 pan for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. No need to refrigerate.

Nutrition

Serving: 9gCalories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 98mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 3gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 276IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 1950's brownies
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