Ghirardelli Classic Brownies Recipe

Indulge in decadent Ghirardelli Classic Brownies! This recipe, inspired by the iconic Ghirardelli chocolate bar, delivers intensely rich, fudgy brownies that are pure chocolate heaven. Warm from the oven and served with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, these brownies are the ultimate chocolate dessert experience. Perfect for baking enthusiasts of all levels!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 217.7 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Ghirardelli Classic Brownies

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How to Make Ghirardelli Classic Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 12 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and melted.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly to lukewarm.
  5. Stir in 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  8. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. Stir in 1 cup Ghirardelli chocolate chips.
  10. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

86g

Fat

31g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ghirardelli Classic Brownies?

Ghirardelli Classic Brownies takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ghirardelli Classic Brownies?

Ghirardelli Classic Brownies has approximately 217.7 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ghirardelli Classic Brownies?

The key ingredients for Ghirardelli Classic Brownies are Semisweet Chocolate Bars, Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Vanilla, Eggs, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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