Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie Recipe

Indulge in a piece of history with our authentic Chicago Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownies! Legend says these decadent brownies were invented in 1893 at the Palmer House Hotel during the World's Columbian Exposition – a deliciously convenient treat for elegant ladies. This recipe, passed down through generations and still used at the Palmer House Hilton today, delivers intensely fudgy, rich brownies perfect for any occasion, from Super Bowl Sundays to elegant gatherings. Freezing the glazed brownies for 3-4 hours before cutting ensures perfectly clean slices every time – a must-try tip for achieving that iconic Palmer House texture! Get ready to experience the ultimate brownie.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 431.9 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie

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How to Make Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before glazing.
  10. Prepare the glaze by melting the butter, chocolate chips and cream in a saucepan on low heat. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  11. Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and spread evenly.
  12. Place the entire pan in the freezer for 3-4 hours to firm up the glaze before cutting.
  13. Once frozen, cut into squares using a serrated knife. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

84g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie?

Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie?

Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie has approximately 431.9 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie?

The key ingredients for Chicago's Palmer House Chocolate Fudge Brownie are Butter, Semisweet Chocolate, Baking Powder, Cake Flour, Granulated Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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