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Easy One-Bowl Fudgy Brownies Recipe with Perfectly Glossy Top

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A simple, quick, and indulgent one-bowl brownie recipe that delivers dense, chewy brownies with a perfectly glossy, crackly top using common pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 113g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
  • 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 90g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour
  • 30g (1/4 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or 1 tsp espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. Melt 113g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter in a mixing bowl using microwave or stovetop. Let cool slightly but keep liquid.
  3. Add 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar to melted butter and whisk until combined; mixture will be grainy.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 tsp pure vanilla extract until batter is thick and shiny.
  5. Sift together 90g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour, 30g (1/4 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  6. Gradually fold sifted dry ingredients into wet mixture gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in optional add-ins if using (1/2 cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or 1 tsp espresso powder).
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly; toothpick inserted should have moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Notes

Do not overmix batter after adding dry ingredients to avoid cakey texture. Use room temperature eggs for better batter texture and glossy top. Let brownies cool completely before cutting for best fudgy texture. Start checking for doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. Use good-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Optional espresso powder adds mocha depth.

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