Decadent Chocolate Chip Brownies – Fudgy & Irresistible
Introduction
These Chocolate Chip Brownies are the ultimate indulgence: rich, fudgy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. With a glossy crackly top and a soft center, they strike the perfect balance between gooey and chewy. Ideal for dessert platters, bake sales, or simply satisfying a chocolate craving.
Ingredients
200 g dark chocolate, chopped
½ cup unsalted butter
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup all‑purpose flour
¼ cup cocoa powder
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup chocolate chips
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Pan & Oven
Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate & Butter
Melt chopped chocolate and butter together over low heat or in microwave. Stir until smooth. Cool slightly.
Step 3: Mix Sugars & Eggs
Whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until glossy and slightly thick. Add vanilla.
Step 4: Combine
Stir melted chocolate mixture into egg mixture until well blended.
Step 5: Add Dry Ingredients
Sift flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently into wet mixture until just combined.
Step 6: Add Chips
Fold in chocolate chips.
Step 7: Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 22–28 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly soft.
Step 8: Cool & Slice
Cool completely before cutting for clean, fudgy slices.
Tips & Tricks
Extra gooey: Bake closer to 22 minutes.
Chewier texture: Bake toward 28 minutes.
Flavor boost: Add espresso powder to intensify chocolate.
Mix‑ins: Try nuts, caramel chunks, or white chocolate chips.
Variations
Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies: Add dollops of peanut butter before baking.
Mint Chocolate Brownies: Stir in mint extract and top with crushed mints.
Salted Caramel Brownies: Drizzle caramel and sprinkle sea salt after baking.
Triple Chocolate Brownies: Use a mix of dark, milk, and white chocolate chips.
Serving Ideas
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Dust with powdered sugar for presentation.
Cut into bite‑sized squares for party trays.
Pair with coffee or hot cocoa for cozy evenings.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 22–28 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes
Servings: 12–16 brownies
Final Thoughts
These Decadent Chocolate Chip Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor. Whether you enjoy them plain or dressed up with toppings, they’re guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.