Dark Victory Brownies Recipe

Name: Dark Victory Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped; ¼ tablespoons unsalted butter; ½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder; 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar; 1 large egg; ⅓ cup sour cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ½ cup all-purpose flour; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 325.
2
Line a 9-inch square pan with foil so that 2 inches hang over two opposite sides.
3
Grease the foil.
4
Melt the chocolate and butter in a double boiler.
5
Stir occasionally until melted and smooth.
6
Transfer to a medium bowl.
7
Using a wooden spoon, beat in cocoa powder and sugar until well blended.
8
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
9
Beat in sour cream and vanilla extract.
10
Add flour and salt.
11
Mix just until blended.
12
Stir in pecans.
13
Pour batter into prepared pan.
14
Bake 40-45 minutes or until done.
15
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
16
Cool in pan on wire rack.

713

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.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped, ¼ tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Dark Victory 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.

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Dark Victory Brownies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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