Steps
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips to the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
8. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Variations
There are endless ways to customize your homemade fudge brownies:
– Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
– Swirl in a ribbon of caramel or peanut butter for a gooey surprise.
– Top the brownies with a layer of chocolate ganache for a luxurious finish.
– Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins and toppings to create unique variations of this classic dessert.
Tips
1. Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
2. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough brownies.
3. For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake them and let them cool completely before cutting.
4. Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
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