👩🍳 Instructions:
Step 1: Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely. Once melted, remove from heat.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
Add sugar, cocoa powder, and salt to the melted butter and whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Crack in the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Fold in Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in the flour , mixing just until combined. Do not overmix — a few lumps are okay! Stir in chocolate chips if using.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Pour the batter into a greased 9×9-inch baking pan (or line with parchment paper for easier cleanup). Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes . The edges should be set, and the center should still look slightly underdone for that perfect fudgy texture.
Step 6: Cool and Slice
Let cool completely before slicing — if you can wait! This helps create clean, neat squares.
💡 Why This Recipe Works
This isn’t your average boxed brownie mix. The combination of real butter, rich cocoa, and just the right amount of sugar creates a deep, intense chocolate flavor. The secret to the fudgy texture? Not overbaking and minimal flour — just enough to hold everything together without turning cakey.
