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Fudgy Cocoa Brownies


  • Author: Kelly Merritt
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9 brownies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These rich, chewy fudgy cocoa brownies are made with pantry staples in one bowl—easy cleanup, intense chocolate flavor, and no melted chocolate needed.


Ingredients

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  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until thick and pale.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  5. Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until center is set but still soft.
  7. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best texture, don’t overbake. These continue to set as they cool. Store airtight at room temp up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: fudgy cocoa brownies, one bowl brownies, chewy brownies, easy brownies