Homemade Brownies

4.57 from 23 ratings

After experimenting with five test batches, I discovered that a crispy, shiny top and the right texture to soak up vanilla ice cream is the hallmark of the perfect brownie. Our family’s go-to classic homemade brownies are fudgy, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate flavor. Plus, they’re customizable with add-ins like nuts, mint chips, and caramel. We’ve tested this recipe multiple times and found it makes AMAZING gluten-free brownies too!

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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Servings: servings

Author: Beth

Equipment

Ingredients

¾ cup (90g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
⅓ cup (28g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
2 oz unsweetened chocolate chopped
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter cubed
1 ¼ cups (248g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
¼ cup (59ml) vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch pan with non-stick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and cocoa powder.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chopped unsweetened chocolate and cubed butter, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, beat the sugar, eggs, and egg yolk for 60 seconds until pale yellow and doubled in volume.
Gradually pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture while mixing on low speed. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, continuing to mix on low.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-33 minutes in a glass pan or 25-27 minutes in a metal pan, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. For chewier brownies, bake for 35-37 minutes (glass) or 30 minutes (metal).

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Notes

This recipe turned out great using gluten free flour! We love King Arthur Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour.

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