Rich & Fudgy Homemade Chocolate Brownies
Whip Up the Ultimate Decadent Fudgy Brownies in Just 30 Minutes!
Introducing the ultimate fudgy brownie, boasting an intensely rich chocolate flavor. This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious homemade treat.
Ingredients- 82g Butter
- 100g Dark Chocolate (couverture chocolate recommended)
- 1/2 Vanilla Bean (or 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract)
- 1.5 Eggs
- 1 Egg Yolk
- 82g Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour (approx. 10g)
- 1/2 Tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (approx. 5g)
- 100g Chocolate Cream Cookies (choose your favorite brand)
- 1g Salt (a pinch)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by gently melting the butter and dark chocolate. Place them in a heatproof bowl set over a double boiler (a bowl set over simmering water) until smooth. While they melt, prepare the chocolate cream cookies: chop about half of them into larger pieces for topping, and the other half into smaller pieces to mix into the batter. This variation in size adds delightful texture.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, crack 1.5 eggs and add 1 egg yolk. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean and add them to the eggs. Lightly whisk the eggs with a hand mixer or whisk until just combined. Gradually add the brown sugar in two additions, continuing to whisk.
Step 3
Whip the egg and sugar mixture for about 3-5 minutes until it becomes pale and slightly thickened. When you lift the whisk, the mixture should fall back in ribbons that briefly hold their shape. This stage is crucial for achieving a tender crumb. Pour in the melted butter and dark chocolate mixture and gently fold it in with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Sift the all-purpose flour over the chocolate mixture and fold it in until just incorporated. Next, sift the unsweetened cocoa powder and fold it in until no dry streaks remain. Overmixing at this stage can make the brownies tough, so mix only until the flour and cocoa are incorporated.
Step 5
Gently fold in the smaller pieces of chocolate cream cookies. Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan (e.g., an 8-inch square pan) and spread it evenly. Top with the larger cookie pieces. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, indicating a perfectly fudgy texture.
Step 6
Once baked, let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing. This allows them to set properly, ensuring clean cuts and that signature fudgy texture. Enjoy your delicious homemade fudgy brownies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
