Brownies Made With Cocoa Powder Recipe
Deliciously rich and fudgy brownies made with unsweetened cocoa powder and a simple blend of ingredients, baked to perfection for a classic homemade treat. These brownies feature a smooth, chocolatey texture with optional chocolate chips and walnuts for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (assuming 2-inch squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Position your oven rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 325ºF. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment or aluminum foil, then lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Melt Butter Mixture: In a large, preferably glass bowl, combine butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Set this bowl over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir occasionally until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Cool the Mixture: Remove the bowl from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 to 10 minutes to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.
- Add Flavoring and Eggs: Once slightly cooled, stir in the vanilla extract. Then add eggs one at a time, beating vigorously after each addition until the batter is smooth and very well mixed.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder, stirring to distribute evenly.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Add the flour mixture to the chocolate batter and stir very well—approximately 40 strokes by spoon—to achieve the ideal brownie texture without over-mixing.
- Fold in Optional Add-ins: If using, gently fold in chocolate chips and/or chopped walnuts into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a tester inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Store wrapped tightly if not consuming the same day.
Notes
- Ensure the butter mixture is cooled before adding eggs to prevent curdling.
- Do not overbake; brownies should have moist crumbs on the tester.
- Folding in chocolate chips and walnuts adds extra texture and flavor, but they are optional.
- Use parchment or aluminum foil to easily lift brownies from the pan.
- Stirring vigorously after adding flour improves the fudgy texture unique to these brownies.
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