Ultimate Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Name: Ultimate Chocolate Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: BROWNIES; 3/4 C. cocoa; 1/2 t. baking soda; 2/3 c. butter (melted & divided); 1/2 c. boiling water; 2 c. sugar; 2 eggs; 1 1/3 c. all-purpose flour; 1 T. vanilla extract; 1/4 t. salt; 1 c. semisweet chocolate chips; ONE-BOWL BUTTER-CREAM FROSTING; 6 T. butter (softened); 1/2 c. cocoa; 2 2/3 c. confectioner's sugar; 1/3 c. milk; 1 T. vanilla extract; 3/4 c. nuts (optional)

Servings: persons

BROWNIES
3/4 C. cocoa
1/2 t. baking soda
2/3 c. butter (melted & divided)
1/2 c. boiling water
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 1/3 c. all-purpose flour
1 T. vanilla extract
1/4 t. salt
1 c. semisweet chocolate chips
ONE-BOWL BUTTER-CREAM FROSTING
6 T. butter (softened)
1/2 c. cocoa
2 2/3 c. confectioner's sugar
1/3 c. milk
1 T. vanilla extract
3/4 c. nuts (optional)

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BROWNIES
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Heat oven to 350. Grease rectangular pan (13X9X2) or two square pans (8X8X2). In medium bowl, combine cocoa & baking soda. Blend in 1/3 c. melted butter. Add boiling water. Stir until mixture thickens. Stir in sugar, eggs & remaining 1/3 c. butter. Stir until smooth. Add flour, vanilla & salt. Blend completely. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes (30-35 for 8X8X2) or until brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan. Cool completely in pan. Frost with one-bowl butter-cream frosting. Cut into one-inch squares.
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ONE-BOWL BUTTER-CREAM FROSTING
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In small mixing bowl, cream butter. Add cocoa & confectioner's sugar alternately with milk. Beat to spreading consistency (add more milk if needed). Blend in vanilla. 3/4 c. chopped nuts may be added before spreading. Spread on brownies.

3729

kcal

Calories

219

Fat

430

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: BROWNIES, 3/4 C. cocoa, 1/2 t. baking soda, 2/3 c. butter (melted & divided), and more.

Yes, Ultimate 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!

Ultimate Chocolate Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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