Simply Fudgy Brownies Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Simply Fudgy Brownies! This recipe, perfected from a treasured collection of country cooking, delivers intensely rich, chocolatey brownies that disappear in a flash. While not overly fudgy, their decadent chocolate flavor will have you coming back for more. Double or triple the recipe – you'll need to! Baked to perfection on the lower end of the cooking time for a delightfully chewy texture.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 171.6 kcal

Protein 4g

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Ingredients for Simply Fudgy Brownies

Baking Cocoa
Vegetable Oil
2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
Vanilla Extract
All Purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Milk Chocolate Chips

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How to Make Simply Fudgy Brownies

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup applesauce, and 1/3 cup vegetable oil until completely smooth.
In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until light and frothy.
Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the beaten eggs. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the cocoa mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just moistened. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional).
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup chocolate chips over the top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 brownies.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Simply Fudgy Brownies?

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

How many calories are in Simply Fudgy Brownies?

Simply Fudgy Brownies has approximately 171.6 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Simply Fudgy Brownies?

The key ingredients for Simply Fudgy Brownies are Baking Cocoa, Vegetable Oil, Eggs, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.