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The Best Fudgy Brownies Recipe

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This recipe delivers the best fudgy brownies with a shiny crust and rich, intense chocolate flavor. Combining high-quality dark and semi-sweet chocolates with a delicate balance of butter, sugar, and cocoa powder creates a dense, moist texture. The addition of instant coffee enhances the chocolate notes for a deeper taste. These brownies are baked to perfection in a 9-inch pan, resulting in indulgently fudgy squares perfect for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

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Chocolate and Butter Mixture

  • 1 oz semi sweet chocolate (28g)
  • 3 oz high quality dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa, 85g) – recommended brands: Lindt or Valrhona
  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter (140g)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sugar (about 165g)
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp instant coffee mixed with 1 tbsp hot water

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour (about 65g)
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder (about 35g) – preferably Dutch processed, brand suggested: Valrhona
  • 3/4 tsp salt

Additional Chocolate

  • 2 oz chocolate chips or chopped chocolate of choice (55g) – mix of milk and semi-sweet chocolate recommended

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 335°F (conventional). Line a 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly coat with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter, semi-sweet chocolate, and dark chocolate together using 20-second increments in the microwave, stirring between each interval to avoid overheating the mixture.
  3. Whisk eggs and sugar: Using a standing mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whisk the eggs and sugar on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until the mixture becomes very thick, ribbons off the whisk, and is light in color. This is key to developing the shiny crust on the brownies.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. Gently whisk at low speed until fully combined.
  5. Add coffee: Mix the instant coffee with hot water, then gently fold it into the batter to deepen the chocolate flavor without deflating the mixture.
  6. Incorporate dry ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet batter with a rubber spatula, being careful not to knock out the air incorporated during whisking.
  7. Fold in additional chocolate: Lastly, fold in your choice of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate to add texture and extra pockets of melted chocolate.
  8. Transfer to pan and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Optionally, scatter additional chocolate chunks on top for garnish.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. The ideal bake time is around 22 minutes, which produces a fudgy center with a shiny crust. Avoid overbaking.
  10. Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool to room temperature in the pan before cutting with a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and texture.
  • Do not overheat the chocolate and butter mixture in the microwave to avoid seizing.
  • Whisking eggs and sugar until thick and light is critical for the shiny brownie crust.
  • Folding in the dry ingredients gently preserves air, resulting in a fudgy yet tender crumb.
  • Instant coffee enhances the chocolate flavor but does not make the brownies taste like coffee.
  • Allow brownies to cool completely for clean cuts and best texture.
  • Storage: keep brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

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