Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Brownies
Indulge in these Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Brownies, a decadent dessert that will surely satisfy your sweet tooth! Rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolatey, these brownies are made with melted chocolate chips that create a decadent fudge texture. Combining the rich flavors of semi-sweet chocolate and the crunch of chopped pecans, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. Ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or a cozy treat at home, prepare to impress your family and friends with this delightful dessert. Share these scrumptious brownies and make memories around the dinner table!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (sifted)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
sugar
3/4 cup (none)
butter
1/3 cup (unsalted, diced)
water
2 tablespoons (none)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
12 ounces (divided into 1 cup and 1 cup)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
large eggs
2 (beaten)
chopped pecans
1/2 cup (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and water. Stir until it reaches a gentle boil, then remove it from the heat.
4
Add 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vanilla extract to the hot mixture. Stir well until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully mixed in before adding the next. This helps to create a richer batter.
6
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
7
Fold in the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips and the chopped pecans, if using, for added texture and flavor.
8
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
10
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before transferring to a cutting board and slicing them into squares.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Ultimate Fudgy Chocolate Brownies.
What is the required oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
What size baking pan should I use?
You should use a 9-inch square baking pan.
How do I prepare the pan?
Grease the pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
What are the initial dry ingredients to mix?
Whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
How do I start the wet mixture?
Combine sugar, butter, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
When do I add the first cup of chocolate chips?
Add them to the hot sugar and butter mixture after removing it from the heat.
How much vanilla extract is required?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
You need 2 large eggs, which should be beaten.
How should the eggs be added to the batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully mixed in before adding the next.
How much flour is used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of chocolate chips are recommended?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are used for this recipe.
How much total chocolate is needed?
A total of 12 ounces of chocolate chips is required.
How are the chocolate chips divided?
Use 1 cup for melting into the batter and save the remaining cup to fold in later.
Can I add nuts to the brownies?
Yes, you can fold in 1/2 cup of chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
Is it okay to overmix the batter?
No, you should stir gently until just combined to ensure the best texture.
How long do the brownies need to bake?
Bake them for 30-35 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I check if the brownies are done?
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
Should I cool the brownies before cutting?
Yes, allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares.
What is the texture of these brownies?
They are rich, moist, and irresistibly fudgy.
What kind of butter should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of unsalted, diced butter.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of sugar.
What is the purpose of the water in the recipe?
Two tablespoons of water are boiled with the sugar and butter to help dissolve the sugar.
How much baking soda is needed?
You will need 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt is included?
The recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Are these brownies suitable for gatherings?
Yes, they are ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or as a cozy treat at home.
When do I add the second cup of chocolate chips?
Fold in the remaining cup of chocolate chips after incorporating the flour mixture.
What makes these brownies fudgy?
The use of melted chocolate chips in the batter creates a decadent fudge texture.
Is the pecans addition mandatory?
No, the 1/2 cup of chopped pecans is optional.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in this brownie recipe.