Egg-Free Brownies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Butter: 100g
• Sugar: 200g
• Cocoa powder: 50g
• All-purpose flour: 150g
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Chocolate chips or chunks: 100g (optional)
• Salt: a pinch

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, combine the butter and sugar and melt over a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir until smooth.
4. Once the butter and sugar are melted, add the cocoa powder and mix well.
5. Add the flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks, if using.
7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the given ingredients)

• Calories: Each brownie contains approximately 300 calories.
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• These brownies are rich, chocolatey, and fudge-like without eggs. The texture is dense and moist, perfect for an American-style dessert.

User Comments:

1. "These brownies are so delicious! The texture is amazing, and the chocolate flavor is rich and satisfying."
2. "I didn't expect egg-free brownies to be so good. These are a great alternative for people who don't eat eggs."
3. "These brownies are a great balance of sweet and chocolatey. The preparation is easy and the result is impressive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use a good quality cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
• Line the baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies after baking.
• Check the brownies often towards the end of baking to avoid overcooking. Overcooked brownies can become dry and crumbly.