Better Than Box Mix Chocolate Brownies: Indulgent Homemade Treats
Indulge in these homemade chocolate brownies that are better than any box mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Add the flour, cocoa, and salt. Stir until just blended, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread the brownie mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. Do not overcook!
- Let cool before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For fudgier brownies, add an extra egg.
- Experiment with different chocolate chip types for varied flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg