Brown Butter Fudgy Brownies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These brownies are my go to when I want something decadent but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The magic happens when you brown the butter, which adds this incredible nutty depth that makes them taste restaurant quality. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about indulging. With just 45 minutes total from start to table and simple pantry staples, you'll have fudgy, walnut studded squares that everyone asks for seconds of. The espresso powder is optional but trust me, it intensifies that chocolate flavor without making them taste like coffee.
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Ingredients
- 200 gdark chocolate
- 100 gbrown butter
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 50 gcocoa powder
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 5 gsalt
- 2large eggs
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 100 gchopped walnuts
- 10 gespresso powder
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line an 18x18cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper with butter or cooking spray for easy removal.
- 2
Melt the butter and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is browned and fragrant.
Tip: This step is crucial for the brown butter flavor, so don't rush it.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark chocolate until melted and smooth.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly before proceeding.
- 4
Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 5
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 6
Stir in the vanilla extract, brown butter mixture, and chopped walnuts.
Tip: Make sure everything is well combined.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and smooth the top.
Tip: Don't worry if the batter is a bit lumpy.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 5cm from the edge comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Tip: Let the brownies cool in the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9
Cut into squares and serve.
Tip: Enjoy warm or at room temperature, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
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