Versatile Brownies Recipe

Craving decadent brownies without the hassle? This incredibly versatile recipe is as easy as store-bought but tastes infinitely better! Enjoy the convenience of a one-pan, minimal-utensil recipe (just one pot, one measuring cup, and two spoons!), perfect for busy weeknights. Customize your brownies with your favorite chocolate chips – semi-sweet, milk chocolate, peanut butter, or anything your heart desires! Add nuts for extra crunch and texture. These brownies are unbelievably delicious, especially when paired with recipe #235380 (if you have it!). Cool, cut, and wrap individual brownies for a fantastic lunchbox treat or on-the-go snack. Get ready for brownie bliss!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 43 mins
Calories 167.1 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Versatile Brownies

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How to Make Versatile Brownies

  1. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter and 12 ounces of your favorite chocolate chips in a 3-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until completely smooth.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in ½ cup chocolate chips (optional) and ½ cup chopped nuts (optional).
  7. Spread the batter evenly into a lightly greased 8x8 inch baking pan.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 33-38 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cool completely before cutting and serving. Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

25g

Carbs

7g