Ingredients and Weight:
- Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Cocoa powder: 1 cup (100 grams)
- Sugar: 1.5 cups (300 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1 cup (225 grams, melted)
- Eggs: 4
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or chunks: 1/2 cup (optional)
- Nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds): 1/2 cup, chopped (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (excluding baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- Add melted butter and mix well.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking pan (9x13 inches).
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares or bars.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: each brownie will vary depending on the size but will be around 250-300 calories each.
- Fat content: due to the use of butter and chocolate, this dish is high in fat.
- Carbohydrates: from flour and sugar.
- Protein: from eggs and nuts (if included).
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor.
- Crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.
- Customizable with different additions like nuts or chocolate chunks.
User Comments:
- "These brownies are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and the texture is perfect."
- "I added some walnuts to mine and it was a great addition."
- "My family loved these as a dessert after dinner."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use unsalted butter and adjust the saltiness of the final product accordingly.
- If you want to make this dish even more special, consider using high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Ensure the baking pan is properly greased to prevent sticking and make it easier to cut the brownies after baking.
