The Best Fudge Brownies (with Crackly Tops)
Decadent, fudgy brownies crowned with a signature crackly top, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat; remove from heat once melted.
- Mix in the granulated sugar, followed by the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Combine the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder, ensuring a rich batter.
- Add chocolate chips, if using, and fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and center looks slightly underbaked.
Notes
Do not overbake for a fudgy texture. Serve with ice cream or salted caramel for a delicious treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 105mg