Fudge Brownies
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These double Fudge Brownies are rich, decadent, a filled with chocolate! All you need is 1 bowl and 1 hour to make them!
If you’re a chocolate lover then you have to try my double fudge brownies! Made with both melted chocolate and cocoa powder, these fudgy brownies are perfect with a big scoop of ice cream. Plus, they’re ready in just 40 minutes and only use 1 bowl!
From my oreo cheesecake brownies to my triple chocolate brownies, I am always happy to make a batch of super fudgy brownies! These double fudge brownies are even better than a box mix, plus they’re so easy to make.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You only need 10 simple pantry ingredients to make these extra gooey brownies!
- Fudge brownies with ice cream are the ultimate dessert, I can’t get enough of warm from the oven brownies with a big scoop of my favorite oreo cookie ice cream.
- You don’t need a mixer to make these brownies, just one bowl and a whisk.
Ingredients
This list is full of pantry staples ! Find ingredient notes (including substitutions and swaps) below.
- Cocoa Powder: I recommend using dutch-processed cocoa powder instead of natural cocoa powder. It has way deeper of a chocolate flavor!
- Eggs: adding two eggs plus an extra egg yolk is going to make these brownies super fudgy and chewy, no cakey brownies here. Adding an extra egg yolk is going to make these brownies super rich and chewy instead of cakey and dry, so don’t skip it out! Save your egg white for another recipe or for breakfast!
- Chocolate: make sure to use a high-quality chocolate bar and chips, like Guittard or Ghirardelli, it makes all the difference.
- Butter: I recommend using unsalted butter, but if you only have salted butter on hand then just omit the salt from the recipe.
A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How to Make
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 4oz of chocolate for 30 seconds. Mix, then heat in 10-second increments (making sure you mix in between) until it’s melted and smooth.
Add in the sugar and mix until smooth. Then add the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract and whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until bubbly!
Add in the flour, cocoa powder and salt. Mix until just combined then use a rubber spatula to stir in the chocolate chips.
Pour into your prepared pan, top with extra chocolate chips, and bake for 30-32 minutes. The center of the brownies should be set. Let the brownies cool for 20-30 minutes and then slice. Enjoy with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Letting the brownies cool completely after baking allows you to cut them better. If the brownies are still hot, they tend to crumble easier!
Kelly’s Top Tip
Make sure you really whisk the eggs and egg yolk together until you see small bubbles! This is going to help give you a crackly, shiny crust on your brownies.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- I prefer a chopped chocolate bar because they melt easier, but feel free to use chocolate chips instead
- Swap the chocolate chips in the brownies for dark chocolate, white chocolate, peanut butter chips, toffee pieces, oreo crumbs, or anything you love really!
- Drizzle the top of the brownies with melted chocolate or melted peanut butter for extra pizazz!
- These can be made with dairy free butter, and gluten free 1-for-1 flour.
Equipment Needed
I love using USA pans 8×8 pan for these brownies. They give the perfect amount of height to the brownie and always bake perfectly!
If you don’t have parchment paper to line the brownies, I recommend using a really good baking spray, preferably one that has flour in it so the brownies don’t stick to the pan!
How To Store
Store these brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. You can also store them in the fridge for up to a week.
To freeze, place in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let sit at room temperature to thaw completely before eating.
Can I make a bigger batch of these fudge brownies?
Yes, double the recipe and bake them in a 9×13 pan! Baking times may vary but check after 30 minutes.
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Fudge Brownies
Ingredients
- 10 tbsp (140 g) unsalted butter
- 4 oz (113.4 g) semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 (2) large eggs , at room temperature
- 1 (1) large egg yolk, at room temperature
- 1½ tsp (1.5 tsp) vanilla extract
- ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- ¼ cup (21.5 g) dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 tsp (1 tsp) salt
- ½ cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat butter and finely chopped chocolate for 30 seconds. Mix and then heat in 10-second intervals (mixing in between) until the mixture is smooth and melted together. Once melted, add the sugar and whisk until combined.10 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 oz semisweet chocolate, finely chopped , 1 cup granulated sugar
- Add the eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla and whisk vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until you see little bubbles form on top.2 large eggs , 1 large egg yolk, 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt and mix until everything is just combined, then use a rubber spatula to fold in the chocolate chips.½ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup dutch-processed cocoa powder, 1 tsp salt, ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Pour into the parchment paper-lined pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the center of your brownies are set or a toothpick/knife comes out of the center with moist crumbs. Let cool for about 30 minutes and then cut.
- Optional: add toppings like melted chocolate and flaky sea salt! Serve with your favorite flavor of ice cream.
Notes
- Use a kitchen scale to weigh the flour and cocoa powder, as too much flour can lead to dense and cake-like brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into for perfect squares
- Store these brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. You can also store them in the fridge for up to a week.
- To freeze, place in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Let sit at room temperature to thaw completely before eating.
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These brownies are perfect! All my friends loved them
I liked this recipe I love it keep sharing these kind of recipes
Thank you so much!! I’m happy to hear you liked the recipe!
What a mouth-watering, tempting dish this is!
Thank you!! Hope you get the chance to make it 🙂