Bittersweet Brownies Recipe

Indulge in these decadent bittersweet brownies! Featured on a local cooking show, this recipe is quick, easy, and delivers intensely chocolatey fudgy brownies in under an hour. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 271.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Bittersweet Brownies

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How to Make Bittersweet Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the melted butter, mixing until well combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the nuts (if using), gently folding them into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and removing the foil.
  10. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

91g

Fat

36g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bittersweet Brownies?

Bittersweet Brownies takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bittersweet Brownies?

Bittersweet Brownies has approximately 271.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bittersweet Brownies?

The key ingredients for Bittersweet Brownies are Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Sugar, Vanilla, Salt, Butter, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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