Ultimate Fudgy Brownies Recipe Easy 5-Step Gooey Chocolate Center
These ultimate fudgy brownies feature a rich, dense texture with a gooey chocolate center, perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving with simple pantry ingredients and quick preparation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal. (5 minutes)
- Melt the butter gently in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop over low heat. Let it cool slightly. (5 minutes)
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs vigorously until thick and pale, about 2 minutes. (3 minutes)
- Slowly pour in the cooled melted butter while stirring gently. Add vanilla extract and espresso powder if using. The batter will look rich and shiny. (2 minutes)
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. (5 minutes)
- Fold in about 3/4 cup (130g) of the chocolate chips, reserving the rest for topping. (1 minute)
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top. (2 minutes)
- Bake for 25–30 minutes. Start checking at 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick near the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter. The edges will look set and slightly pulled away from the pan. (25-30 minutes)
- Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing to allow the gooey center to set. (60 minutes)
- Use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan. Cut into squares with a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts for neat edges. (5 minutes)
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour. For dairy-free, replace butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Refrigerate brownies for 20 minutes after cooling if your kitchen is humid to firm up the gooey center before slicing. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep brownies dense and moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/16th of
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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