Brownies are a classic dessert that everyone loves. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. This chocolate brownie recipe is rich, fudgy, and delicious – perfect for chocolate lovers and will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Timings
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 200g unsalted butter
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 250g caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 100g plain flour
- 50g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4. Grease and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.
- Melt the butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Conclusion
This chocolate brownie recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. It’s rich, fudgy, and delicious. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it on its own.
Variations to the recipe
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture.
- Swap the dark chocolate for milk or white chocolate for a different flavour.
- Add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the batter for a mocha flavour.