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Irresistible Fudgy Chocolate Brownies Recipe with 2 Secret Tricks

Fudgy Chocolate Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies topped with rich ganache, perfect for a quick indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped (for ganache)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • Sea salt flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in granulated and brown sugars.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in flour, salt, and nuts (if using) until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  7. Let brownies cool completely.
  8. For ganache, heat cream until warm (do not boil). Pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
  9. Spread ganache over cooled brownies and sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Store brownies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • For extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake the brownies.
  • Omit nuts if preferred.

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