Classic Brownies Recipe

Name: Classic Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in pieces; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped; 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate, coarsely chopped; ¾ cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder, but really good (optional); ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅓ cup flour; 1 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Line an 8-inch square baking pan with foil; butter the foil.
3
Microwave the butter and chocolate in a medium bowl, stirring every 10 seconds, until melted and blended.
4
Cool slightly; then, with a whisk, stir in sugar (mixture will become grainy).
5
Whisk in eggs, one at a time.
6
Whisk in vanilla.
7
Gently stir in espresso, salt and flour just until blended.
8
With a rubber spatula, fold in walnuts.
9
Scrape batter into prepared pan; smooth top.
10
Bake 30-35 minutes until top is dull and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with moist, chocolate-streaked crumbs attached.
11
Cool in pan on wire rack.
12
Invert on rack, peel off foil and invert onto a cutting board.
13
Cut into 16 squares.

806

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in pieces, 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped, 2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate, coarsely chopped, ¾ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Classic Brownies falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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