Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies Recipe

These decadent Baby Brownies, dubbed "Squares of Joy" by a friend, are a potluck sensation! Adapted from the New Basics Cookbook, this recipe creates intensely fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth brownies that disappear faster than you can say "chocolate". Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 45.3 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies

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How to Make Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a small, heavy saucepan over low heat, melt 6 ounces (170g) of semi-sweet chocolate, stirring constantly until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup (50g) of corn syrup or light brown syrup.
  4. Add 6 tablespoons (85g) of unsalted butter and stir until completely melted and combined.
  5. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 large eggs until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (120g) granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into 1-inch squares. Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

9g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies?

Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies?

Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies has approximately 45.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Squares Of Joy Aka Baby Brownies are Semisweet Chocolate, Chocolate Syrup, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Eggs, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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