Description
Simple and comforting brownies that feel like a hug in a dish. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a bowl, either in the microwave or over simmering water.
- Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
- Mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat at 300°F for 5-8 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg