Fudgy Brownies from Scratch
When it comes to brownies, fudgy is the way to go. These rich and chocolatey brownies are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. And while they may seem like they would be difficult to make, we promise they're not! With our step-by-step guide, you'll be able to make these delicious brownies in no time.
Ingredients
- 200 g 7 oz. of block dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate.
- Softened butter 125g (4.5 oz/1/2 cup), unsalted
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar lightly packed
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla essence OR 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa Powder
- 1/2 cup plain flour / all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 160degC/320degF for fan/convection or 180degC/355degF for standard. For easy removal of the brownie, grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) square pan with baking paper.
- Chop chocolate in a small, heat-proof bowl. Microwave on high for one minute. Stir well. Continue to microwave for 30 seconds. Stir until smooth. Microwave for another 10 seconds to melt the mixture. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugars and softened butter. Use a whisk or a handheld electric mixer to combine the butter and sugar. Mix in the eggs one by one, beating well between each addition, until you have a pale, creamy mixture. Mix in vanilla, and mix until well combined.
- Mix the melted chocolate with the flour and stir well. Mix in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Continue to stir until the batter becomes thick.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake the brownie for between 30-35 minutes, or until it doesn't move when you move it. Let cool in the tin for about 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.