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Fudgy One-Bowl Brownies Recipe Easy Homemade Perfectly Crackly Top

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A simple, reliable one-bowl brownie recipe that delivers a dense, fudgy center with a perfectly shiny, crackly top. Quick and easy to make with pantry staples, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Melt the butter gently in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler until fully liquid but not browned. Let it cool slightly.
  3. Add granulated sugar to the melted butter and beat vigorously by hand with a whisk or wooden spoon for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is shiny, thick, and pale.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  5. Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt together directly into the wet mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped walnuts if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check at 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick near the center; it should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  9. Cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing to lock in the fudgy texture.

Notes

Whisk sugar and eggs thoroughly to create the crackly top. Use melted butter instead of oil for richer flavor. Do not overmix after adding dry ingredients to keep brownies fudgy. Let brownies cool completely before slicing to avoid a gooey mess. Oven temperatures vary; use an oven thermometer if possible and avoid opening the oven door during baking.

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