Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in cocoa powder, then add beaten eggs and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips for extra gooeyness.
- Mix in chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty twist.
- Swirl in cream cheese, peanut butter, or caramel before baking for extra flavor.
- Top with crushed candy canes or sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
