Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder, sifted if lumpy
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted if lumpy
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3/4 teaspoons sea salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients except for the chocolate chips.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the oil, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan before slicing into squares.
Cook Notes
For thicker brownies, use a smaller pan but adjust the baking time accordingly.
Variations
- Nutty Brownies: Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a crunchy texture.
- Mocha Brownies: Incorporate a teaspoon of instant coffee granules into the batter for a subtle coffee flavor.
Keto Version
Substitute granulated sugar and powdered sugar with erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour, and ensure the chocolate chips are sugar-free.
Low-Carb Version
Follow the keto version’s guidelines to reduce the carbohydrate content while maintaining the decadent chocolate flavor.
Nutrition Fact
Nutritional values can vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes. An approximate per serving value (assuming 16 servings):
- Calories: 220-250
- Fat: 12-15g
- Carbohydrates: 25-30g (Significantly less for keto/low-carb versions)
- Protein: 2-3g
- Sodium: 100-150mg
Decadent Chocolate Brownies are a testament to the simple pleasure of baking and the timeless appeal of chocolate. Whether for a special occasion or a casual treat, these brownies promise to deliver a deeply satisfying chocolate experience that’s both easy to make and impossible to resist.
