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Irresistible Fudgy Brownies Recipe Easy Crackly Top Homemade Treats

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These irresistible fudgy brownies feature a shiny, crackly top and a moist, rich center, perfect for a quick, comforting homemade treat using simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-process)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Optional: ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks (bittersweet and semi-sweet mix)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Melt the butter gently in a saucepan or microwave until just melted; let it cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs vigorously for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is pale and thick to create the shiny, crackly top.
  4. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the sugar-egg mixture and stir until combined and smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  7. If using, fold in chocolate chips or chunks now.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, starting to check at 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Beat sugar and eggs thoroughly for 3-4 minutes to create the crackly top. Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation. Avoid overmixing after adding flour to keep brownies fudgy. Start checking baking time early to prevent dryness. Cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling. Variations include adding nuts, espresso powder, or frosting.

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