Brownie Recipe | Ultimate Fudgy & Chewy Chocolate Delight

Some days call for quiet comfort. The kind that fills the kitchen with the smell of melting chocolate and butter. This brownie recipe is my go-to when I crave something simple, rich, and deeply satisfying. It’s one bowl, one pan, and one of those bakes that always turns a rough day into a good one.

Why You’ll Love This Brownie Recipe

These brownies are pure chocolate bliss. The texture hits that perfect spot between fudgy and chewy. Each bite feels dense, glossy, and rich without being too sweet.

You’ll only need pantry staples and one bowl. Plus, every measurement is listed by weight for accuracy. So your brownies turn out perfectly every single time.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Essential Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (226g)
• 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (75g)
• 3 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (270g)

Optional Add-ins:

• ½ cup chopped toasted nuts (walnuts or pecans)
• Extra chocolate chips for topping

Why they matter:
Butter gives richness, cocoa adds depth, and chocolate chips melt into gooey pockets. A pinch of salt balances sweetness beautifully.

Ingredient Tips & Substitutions

You can use olive oil instead of butter. Use about 15% less for a smooth, neutral flavor.

Dutch-process cocoa or a tablespoon of instant espresso will deepen the chocolate flavor.

For more texture, toss in some nuts or extra chocolate chips. They add crunch and make every bite more interesting.

Step-by-Step: How to Make Brownies

Step 1: Prep the pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Melt the butter
Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted (about 2 minutes).

Step 3: Mix the batter
Whisk sugar and cocoa powder into the melted butter for about 30 seconds. Then add eggs, vanilla, and salt. Whisk again until the mixture looks smooth and glossy.

Step 4: Add the dry ingredients
Fold in flour and chocolate chips using a spatula. Stir gently until just combined.

Step 5: Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. If you like, sprinkle more chocolate chips on top. Bake for 35–40 minutes.

Baking & Cooling Tips

For fudgy brownies, a toothpick should come out with moist crumbs. For cakey brownies, it should have only a few crumbs.

Metal pans bake evenly and give crisp edges. Glass pans may need 5–10 extra minutes and can make the center sink slightly.

Let brownies cool completely in the pan. This helps them set and slice neatly.

Pro Tips for Perfect Brownies

• Don’t overbake. Brownies keep baking from the residual heat.
• Line the pan with parchment for easy removal.
• Measure flour carefully using a scale or spoon-and-level method.
• For bold flavor, use Dutch-process cocoa or add espresso powder.
• Want texture? Stir in nuts.
• For a pretty finish, dust cooled brownies with powdered sugar.

Storage and Freezing Guide

Keep brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

To refrigerate, store them sealed to prevent drying out.

To freeze, wrap fully cooled brownies in plastic wrap, then foil, and place in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge for the best texture.

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More Such Recipes

If you love chocolate, try my peppermint bark brownies for the holidays.
Or check out the triple chocolate cake recipe for true chocoholics.
For cookie lovers, bake my chocolate chip cookies — the best homemade version.
You can also enjoy chocolate zucchini bread for a moist dessert twist or red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.
And don’t miss my chocolate crinkle cookies perfect for the holidays.

Final Thoughts

What makes this brownie recipe special is how simple it feels. No fancy tools. No complicated steps. Just the comfort of butter melting into cocoa and sugar.

Once you master this base, play with it. Add swirls of caramel, fold in white chocolate chips, or top with sea salt.

If you bake these, share your results or questions on Facebook or tag me on Pinterest. I’d love to see your brownies shine.