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Rich Fudgy Cocoa Brownies Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with our Rich Fudgy Cocoa Brownies! These decadent brownies disappear faster than you can say 'chocolate.' For an extra touch of heaven, top them with a luscious buttercream frosting (we recommend using half a batch of recipe #261024). Want to take them to the next level? Try our extra rich variation for an intensely chocolatey treat! Prefer brownie bites? Simply omit the nuts, spoon 1 tablespoon of batter into mini muffin tins, and bake for 10 minutes – the slightly soft centers will maintain that perfect fudgy texture. Baking them longer will result in a drier, cake-like consistency.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 181.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.5 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Rich Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

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How to Make Rich Fudgy Cocoa Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. Melt 1/2 cup shortening and 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter over low heat or in the microwave.
  4. Remove from heat and add 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, blending well with a wooden spoon.
  5. Add 2 cups granulated sugar and mix thoroughly.
  6. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well by hand after each addition.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  8. Do not overmix!
  9. Fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  11. Cool completely before cutting.
  12. **Extra Rich Variation:** Melt 4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate with the butter and shortening. Reduce cocoa powder to 3/4 cup and increase flour to 1 1/4 cups. Proceed with instructions 5-10. These are sinfully good!
  13. **Brownie Bites:** Prepare recipe without nuts. Place 1 tablespoon of batter into each of 48 mini muffin tins. Bake for approximately 10 minutes. Centers will be soft, preserving fudgy texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

18g

Carbs

7g

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