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This image shows brownies cut into perfect square shapes in a baking tray, infused with crunchy nuts and a rich chocolatey texture.

Brownies Recipe

These rich, fudgy brownies are the perfect blend of deep chocolate flavor and chewy texture, with a crackly top and crunchy walnuts tucked inside. Simple pantry ingredients come together in one bowl, making this the ultimate go-to dessert for chocolate lovers and casual bakers alike.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 people
Calories 378 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cooking spray
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Sifter or fine mesh strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups unsalted butter
  • 1 lb chopped walnuts
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1¼ cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 7 eggs, beaten

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with foil and spray it with cooking spray.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the sugar until it dissolves.
    This image shows butter melting and sugar dissolving in a medium saucepan to form the base for brownie batter.
  • Take the pan off the heat.
    This image shows a hand taking the saucepan off the heat after the sugar has fully dissolved into the melted butter.
  • Slowly pour the warm butter mixture into the beaten eggs while whisking constantly to avoid scrambling, and continue whisking until fully incorporated.
    This image shows the warm butter mixture being slowly poured into a bowl of beaten eggs while whisking to create a smooth, unified mixture.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
    This image shows vanilla extract being stirred into the brownie batter for added depth and aroma.
  • Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
    This image shows the brownie batter being mixed gently just until all ingredients are combined, ensuring a tender texture.
  • Fold in the chopped walnuts.
    This image shows chopped walnuts being folded into the thick chocolate brownie batter, adding a nutty crunch.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
    This image shows brownie batter being spread evenly into a lined baking pan, ready for baking.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the brownies are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  • Avoid overbaking.
    This image shows brownies baking in the oven until perfectly set, with the classic moist crumb texture checked using a toothpick.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to prevent curdling when mixing with the warm butter.
  • For extra flavor depth, add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder with the cocoa.
  • Swap walnuts with pecans or chocolate chips for a twist.