Fudgy Brownie Recipe from Scratch + Video

This Fudgy Brownie recipe makes a perfectly chocolaty, moist, and delicious treat. 1 bowl and 25 minutes until you can dive into this fabulous treat!

There are so many different ways to make this chocolatey dessert. So, whether you like your brownies fudgy, cakey, or healthy, I have the perfect recipe for you.

Snickers Peanut Butter Fudge Brownies are loaded with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups as the base for the out-of-this-world treat.

The brownie is topped with a peanut butter frosting that is second only to your grandma’s peanut butter fudge.

Double Chocolate Pecan Cake Brownies are the perfect brownie for every occasion or no occasion at all.

Rich, moist, chewy, loaded with chocolate and pecans... What more could you ask for?

Desserts that are made without processed sugars are a great choice for us. Fudgy Walnut Black Bean Brownies are a perfect choice. Decadent and healthy!

Making a Brownie Recipe Fudgy, Chewy, or Cakey

The consistency of your treats has everything to do with the ingredients that you use when you're making them. 

There are many different variations when it comes to making this fudgy brownie recipe. For a fudgy or chewy dessert, look for a recipe that contains a higher fat to flour ratio of ingredients.

Typically substitutions like applesauce and pumpkin puree don't result in a fudgy consistency.

If you want your bars to have a more cake-like texture, be sure that you are beating the ingredients to incorporate air.

Many cakey desserts also contain extra eggs to help give them a different consistency.

RECIPE NOTES  

 

Need to serve a crowd?
 

This recipe doubles perfectly. Just use a 9x13 baking dish and double recipe. Watch the cooking time, as you may need to cook them for 20-25 minutes.

How long should I bake these treats? 

 

To ensure the fudgiest consistency possible, it’s important that you don't over bake them.

Baking for too long will dry out the center and harden the edges.

How to tell when brownies are done baking 

 

Place a toothpick into the center of the pan. If it comes out clean, or with just a few stray crumbs on it, they are ready.

Serving suggestions  

 

When I make this easy brownie recipe, we usually just snack on them warm from the oven.

But, if you want to take them up a notch, you can serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of homemade chocolate syrup.

Tools / equipment needed for this recipe

• 8x8 Baking dish
• Whisk

Does cocoa powder quality matter?

One of the most important ingredients you'll use in this fudgy brownie recipe is cocoa powder. But, not all varieties are created the same.

The most common type of cocoa powder is regular unsweetened cocoa powder. And, it's what most people have in their kitchen pantry right now.

But, the best choice for making brownies from scratch is Dutch-process cocoa powder. Dutch cocoa is processed using a special method that creates a darker color and gives it a milder taste.

This is the variety of cocoa that is most commonly used in making chocolate. So, if you want a truly authentic, chocolate taste, look for Dutch-process rather than regular unsweetened powder.

Add-ins and topping ideas 

 

There are many different add-ins that will work in this fudgy brownie recipe. Here are a few of my favorites:

• Nuts
• Chocolate Chips
• Butterscotch Chips
• Pieces of your favorite candy bar
• Marshmallows
• Crushed pretzels

Every Christmas I make a 9x9 pan of brownies for our friends and neighbors. I mix in 1/2 cup of milk chocolate chips for an extra decadent treat.

How to store leftovers 

 

You can cut your treats into equal serving sizes, and store them in an airtight container when they are completely cooled.

Store them at room temperature and eat them within 2 to 4 days for the best results.

How to freeze 

 

If you'd like to keep your leftovers for more than 4 days, you should freeze them. Just wrap each square in plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.

Then, place each individually wrapped square in a freezer bag. They will stay good this way for up to 3 months.

Finally, when you want to eat your leftovers, just let them thaw on the counter until they are ready to eat. You can warm them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up if you like.

Enjoy!

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Video: Making fudgy brownies from scratch

Check out the recipe video (at the top of this page) to see the entire process, start to finish!

Yield: 16 (2"x2" pieces)

Author: Donna Elick

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Fudgy Brownie Recipe from Scratch

This Fudgy Brownie recipe makes a perfectly chocolaty, moist, and delicious treat. 1 bowl and 25 minutes until you can dive into this fabulous treat!

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper, set aside.
2. Place butter in a large microwave safe mixing bowl, melt completely.
3. Add sugar, cocoa, vanilla and eggs. Whisk to combine well. Add remaining ingredients
4. Whisk until completely combined, but do not over mix.
5. Pour into prepared baking dish.
6. Bake for 20 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before cutting.
7. Enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES

1. Recipe doubles perfectly. Use a 9x13 baking dish and double recipe. Watch cook time, as you may need to cook 20-25 minutes.

https://www.theslowroasteditalian.com/2013/05/lazy-day-brownies.html

Recipe developed by Donna Elick forThe Slow Roasted Italian
Copyright ©2013 The Slow Roasted Italian – All rights reserved.

Originally published May 2013, updated and republished October 2020

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