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Crack-Top Fudgy Brownies Recipe

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These Crack-Top Fudgy Brownies deliver a rich, chocolatey experience with a shiny, crackled top and fudgy interior. Made from simple ingredients like cocoa powder, butter, and eggs, these brownies are easy to prepare and perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving. Enhanced with optional chocolate chips for extra gooeyness, they’re a classic treat that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to allow for easy removal of the brownies after baking.
  2. Melt butter and mix sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the cubed butter completely. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the granulated sugar until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Allow the butter and sugar mixture to cool slightly to prevent cooking the eggs. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth batter. Then, stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening and cocoa throughout the batter.
  5. Mix dry into wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the brownies fudgy. If desired, fold in chocolate chips at this stage for extra chocolaty pockets.
  6. Pour batter and bake: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let brownies cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 to 15 minutes. Once slightly cooled, cut into squares or rectangles. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an indulgent touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter and sugar mixture is slightly cooled before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • Do not overmix once flour is added to maintain a fudgy texture.
  • Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven; start checking at 25 minutes.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Chocolate chips are optional but add an extra layer of richness and texture.

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