Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Name: Dark Chocolate Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup butter, unsalted; 2 ounces chocolate unsweetened cut into small pieces; 2 ounces chocolate (semi-sweet) semi-sweet, cut into small pieces; 1 cup sugar granulated; 3/4 cup brown sugar light, packed; 3 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose sifted; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups walnuts coarsely chopped, or pecans, optional

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
2
Melt the butter with the four squares of chocolate in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring often.
3
Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the granulated and brown sugars, eggs (one at a time), flour, salt, vanilla and nuts if desired.
4
Spread the batter into a well-buttered 9x9x2 inch baking pan, pushing it well into the corners and smoothing the top.
5
Bake the brownies uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the brownies feel fairly firm and begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
6
Cool the brownies in the upright pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
7
Cut them into large squares.

1341

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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: ⅔ cup butter, unsalted, 2 ounces chocolate unsweetened cut into small pieces, 2 ounces chocolate (semi-sweet) semi-sweet, cut into small pieces, 1 cup sugar granulated, and more.

Yes, Dark Chocolate Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dark Chocolate Brownies

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