Very Rich Brownies Recipe

Name: Very Rich Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 ounces bittersweet chocolate; 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar; 4 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ cup all-purpose flour; ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa; 1 cup walnut pieces or 1 cup pecan pieces; bittersweet chocolate shavings, to decorate; whipped cream, to serve

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350; grease and line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper (leave an overhang so you can easily remove brownies to cooling rack).
2
Break up the chocolate and put it in a heatproof bowl; set the bowl over a pan of steaming water and gently melt the chocolate, stirring frequently.
3
Do not let the base of the bowl touch the water.
4
Remove the bowl from the pan and leave to cool until needed.
5
Put the soft butter and sugar in a mixing bowl and beat, using an electric mixer, until fluffy.
6
Gradually beat in the eggs, then add the vanilla extract.
7
Next, beat in the melted chocolate.
8
When thoroughly combine, sift the flour and cocoa directly onto the mixture and stir inches.
9
Mix in the nuts; then transfer mixture to the prepared pan; spread evenly, and level the surface.
10
Bake in oven for about 20 minutes until almost firm to the touch; remove the pan from the oven.
11
Leave to cool in the pan before removing and cutting into 20 pieces.
12
Sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
13
Serve with whipped cream, if you like.
14
Store in an airtight container and eat within 4 days.

1384

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

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: 7 ounces bittersweet chocolate, 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar, 4 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Very Rich 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!

Very Rich Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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