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Better Than Box Mix Chewy Fudge Brownies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 16 pieces
Calories 250
Indulge in rich, chewy brownies that surpass store-bought mixes with simple, homemade ingredients.

Ingredients

Dairy and Oils

  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 0.25 cup neutral oil (canola)
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso (optional) (optional)

Dry Ingredients

  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour (scooped and leveled)
  • 0.25 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder (sifted)
  • 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter, oil, chocolate, and coffee in microwave or double boiler; let cool slightly.
  • Whisk eggs and sugar until frothy, then mix in vanilla. Add cooled chocolate mixture and dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan, smooth top, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool before cutting.

Notes

For extra fudginess, slightly underbake and let cool completely before cutting.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Brownies