Easy Brownies
These wonderfully gooey, chocolate-packed brownies are a breeze for kids to help make and disappear in minutes.
Ingredients
- •1/2 cup unsalted butter (115g), melted
- •1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- •2 large eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (30g)
- •1/2 cup all-purpose flour (65g)
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- 3
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 4
Gently fold in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder using a spatula just until the batter is smooth and no dry flour remains.
- 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with the spatula.
- 6
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- 7
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares.
💡 Chef tips
- For fudgier brownies, let them chill in the refrigerator for an hour before cutting.
- You can easily fold in half a cup of chocolate chips or chopped walnuts into the batter for extra texture.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished brownies have a shiny, crinkly top with a rich, chocolatey aroma and a dense, fudgy center that melts in your mouth.