Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (120g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Butter (unsalted), softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Chopped walnuts: 1 cup (120g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped walnuts.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the pan):
* Calories: 350
* Fat: 18g
* Saturated Fat: 10g
* Cholesterol: 70mg
* Sodium: 140mg
* Carbohydrates: 45g
* Dietary Fiber: 5g
* Sugar: 25g
* Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, fudgy, and gooey
- Nutty and flavorful
- Perfectly indulgent for a special occasion or a cozy night in
User Comments:
- "These brownies are absolutely delicious! The nutty flavor is perfect, and the texture is so gooey and decadent."
- "I made these for my family, and they were blown away. They said it was the best brownie they've ever had."
- "I'm not usually a big fan of brownies, but these were so good I ate two pieces!"
- "The walnuts add a great crunch and texture to the brownie."
- "I love that these brownies are made with simple ingredients that I can easily find at the supermarket."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough brownies.
- For an even chewier brownie, bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into them. This will help them set properly and prevent them from crumbling.
