Fudgy Homemade Brownie

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.

3. Add dry ingredients: Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until fully combined, but don’t overmix.

4. Add chocolate chips (optional): Fold in half of the chocolate chips or chunks.

5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle remaining chocolate on top if desired. Bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

6. Cool: Let brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing for best results.

Tips for Extra Fudgy Brownies:

• Use dark cocoa powder for richer flavor.

• Don’t overbake—moist crumbs on a toothpick mean they’re perfect.

• For even more decadence, stir in a spoonful of espresso powder.