Description
Indulge in these rich, fudgy brownies that boast an intense cocoa flavor and a glossy, crackly top. Perfectly balanced to satisfy any sweet tooth, these gourmet bars are simple to make at home using high-quality bittersweet chocolate. These dense, moist treats offer a bakery-style quality that makes them the ultimate reliable dessert for any occasion, ensuring a decadent experience in every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
8 oz bittersweet chocolate (60% cocoa)
2 cups granulated white sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
5 large eggs (room temperature)
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grease and flour a 13×9 inch baking pan thoroughly.
Melt the butter and bittersweet chocolate together in a 3-quart saucepan over low heat until the mixture is completely smooth.
Remove the saucepan from the heat.
Whisk in the sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth, stable emulsion.
Sift the unsweetened cocoa powder and fold it into the chocolate mixture.
Carefully fold in the flour and salt until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly to the corners.
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 18 bars.
Notes
Ensure your eggs are at room temperature to prevent the chocolate base from seizing. Use high-quality European butter for the best fat-to-flour balance. Measurements are crucial; spoon the flour into the measuring cup rather than scooping directly from the bag to avoid over-packing.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg